Alcea hyrcana

Alcea hyrcana

Native to:
Iran | Transcaucasus

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Malvaceae
Genus:
Alcea
Species:
Alcea hyrcana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
200 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
10–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily at 18-21°C. Light not required for germination but promotes more uniform emergence.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. If no germination in 3 months, try 4C 1-2 months, then 20C again. Requires darkness.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society