small mallow
VU

small mallow

Malva pusilla

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malva_pusilla

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Habitat

Small mallow inhabits disturbed soils in agricultural margins, waste ground, roadsides, and urban vacant lots, preferring well-drained sites with moderate fertility and periodic soil disturbance. The species thrives in areas with partial shade to full sun exposure and demonstrates tolerance for both slightly alkaline and neutral soil conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is small mallow classified as Vulnerable?
small mallow is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does small mallow live?
small mallow occurs in Afghanistan, Åland Islands, Algeria, Argentina, Armenia, and Australia (plus 74 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to small mallow?
The main threats to small mallow are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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