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About Cheeseweed Mallow
Cheeseweed Mallow is a super rare houseplant šæ that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Cheeseweed Mallow likes soil that is well draining. You may want to supplement with a gentle, organic fertilizer throughout the peak growing season.
Taxonomy
Malva parviflora
Malva
Malvaceae
Malvales
Also known as
Egyptian mallow, Least Mallow, Small-flowered mallow and cheeseweed

How to care for Cheeseweed Mallow

How often to water your Cheeseweed Mallow

every 9
Cheeseweed Mallow needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in San Antonio, Texas.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
San Antonio, Texas
59% Medium

Finding light for Cheeseweed Mallow in your home

a window
Cheeseweed Mallow love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Cheeseweed Mallow does not tolerate low light š«.
San Antonio, Texas currently has medium levels of sunlight intensity, you can help this plant grow by treating it to ample light āļø.

How to fertilize Cheeseweed Mallow

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cheeseweed Mallow after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Cheeseweed Mallow prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Cheeseweed Mallow requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Cheeseweed Mallow does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Cheeseweed Mallow is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Care Summary for Cheeseweed Mallow
Cheeseweed Mallow
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in San Antonio, Texas, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
