Mallow Mallow Malva neglecta Blooms all year in some areas, from April to October in most. Annual to biennial. This omnipresent weed resembles the geranium in leaf and often in habit. They can reach 3 feet in height, but normally grow to about a foot high. Ten to 20 segments make up each fruit, with one seed per segment.
Fruit is surrounded by a green, papery winged margin.
The taproot is long with many rootlets. This plant grows anywhere with adequate sun and moisture. And it transplants well. You will find a clue to mallow's uses in the etymology of its name. This is a good plant to know if you are outdoors and away from your kitchen medicines.