"Malva neglecta" is also known as Common mallow in the United States and also buttonweed, cheeseplant, cheeseweed, dwarf mallow and roundleaf mallow. Although often considered a weed, this plant is reportedly consumed as a food. This is especially true of the seeds, which contain 21% protein and 15.2% fat.
Similar species: Malvales
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Uploaded Apr 8, 2025. Captured Sep 7, 2017 16:44 in 9HVG+8F Waitpinga SA, Australia.