Anisodontea capensis, known as African mallow, dwarf hibiscus, Capemallow and false mallow, is a species in the tribe Malveae in the family Malvaceae that is native to the Cape Provinces... CapeMallow Overview. Genus Name.Soil and Water. Capemallow does not have any particular soil requirements but good drainage is key. In their native habitat, they grow in sandy soil. Anisodontea (African Mallow, Cape African Queen, CapeMallow) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. a very tall plant with lots of flowers growing on it. CapeMallows prefer morning sun and partial shade in the afternoon. It can be planted in more heavily shaded areas but does not bloom as much and the stems tend to get scraggly. Feed capemallows occasionally with a balanced fertilizer and restrict water during winter to give the plants a rest. Head back plants over winter to produce bushier growth in the spring. Product description. A lovely and compact deciduous to semi-evergreen sub-shrub sometimes known as CapeMallow or African Mallow is a somewhat tender plant with hairy, lobed... African mallow is a perennial evergreen subshrub that stands upright. It has a generous blooming period, presenting a continual display of small, yet conspicuous flowers. CapeMallow Cultural Requirements. The San Marcos Growers website notes capemallows do well in most locations, but prefer lots of sun and well-drained, loamy soil. The Capemallow or Anisodontea capensis is a small flowering shrub from the hibiscus family. Its large cup-shaped five-petaled flowers resemble those of hibiscus or marshmallow...
