musk mallow
Definition
Noun 1. A plant species (Abelmoschus moschatus): A bushy herb native to tropical Asia, cultivated for its ornamental yellow, pink, or scarlet flowers that resemble those of the hibiscus. Its seeds have a musky scent. 2. A plant species (Malva moschata): An erect perennial plant native to Europe, with faintly musk-scented foliage and white or pink flowers.
Usage Examples
- The gardener planted musk mallow for its vibrant scarlet blooms.
- Musk mallow is sometimes grown not just for its flowers but also for its aromatic seeds.
- A patch of white-flowered musk mallow grew at the edge of the field.
Advanced Usage
- The term can specifically refer to the genus for the tropical herb and for the European perennial. Context often clarifies which species is meant.
- In botanical and horticultural contexts, the scientific names and are used for precise identification.
Variants and Related Words
- Abelmoschus moschatus: The scientific name for the tropical Asian musk mallow, also known as 'ambrette'.
- Malva moschata: The scientific name for the European musk mallow.
- Ambrette seeds: Refers specifically to the musky-scented seeds of , used in perfumery.
Synonyms
- For : Ambrette, tropical hibiscus (in a broad, descriptive sense).
- For : Musk-scented mallow.
Related Terms
- Mallow: The common name for plants in the family Malvaceae, which includes both types of musk mallow.
- Hibiscus: A related genus of flowering plants; the flowers of are noted for their resemblance to hibiscus.
Noun
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erect Old World perennial with faintly musk-scented foliage and white or pink flowers; adventive in United States
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bushy herb of tropical Asia grown for its yellow or pink to scarlet blooms that resemble the hibiscus
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