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Alcea striata subsp. rufescens

Family: Malvaceae


What it is like

A herb.


Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Europe, Jordan, Middle East, Turkey, Türkiye


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw and also used as a hot drink.

Edible parts

Flowers, fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Gülçiçek, Kaya hatmisi

Synonyms

Alcea rufescens Boiss.; Althaea rufescens Boiss.;