Overview

Callirhoe involucrata is a plant with a spreading habit in the genus Callirhoe, part of the Malvaceae family, with palmately lobed foliage. Callirhoe involucrata grows best in full sun, and tolerates sand soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include rock garden, border front and naturalized meadow.

About

Callirhoe involucrata is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family known by the common names purple poppy-mallow, winecup and buffalo rose. It is native to the Great Plains of the United States and adjacent areas in northern Mexico.

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About the genus

Callirhoe is a genus of flowering plants in the mallow family, Malvaceae. Its nine species are commonly known as poppy mallows and all are native to the prairies and grasslands of North America. Of the nine species, some are annuals while others are perennial plants.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Callirhoe

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Sand

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Dry

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Exposed

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Callirhoe involucrata size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Spreading

Foliage

Palmately lobed

Suggested uses

Rock garden, border front, naturalized meadow

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Callirhoe involucrata

Propagation

Seed, softwood cuttings

Pest resistance

Aphids, Spider mites

Disease resistance

Rust, Powdery mildew

Frequently asked questions