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Wine Cup or Poppy Mallow
Callirhoe involucrata

Malvaceae

Foliage has scalloped edges; trails on a vine-like stem. Flowers have 5 seperate petals and fused stamens that form a stalk.

Plant Form or Habit: spreading

Plant Type: perennial

Plant Use: groundcover natives

Propagation: division

Light Requirement: medium

Flower Color: purple, white

Blooming Period: summer

Height: 1-2'

Width: 1-2'

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: medium

Additional Comments: Bees pollinate (cross-pollination required). No serious pest or disease problems. Grows best in deep sandy soils.

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