Melhania integra


Melhania integra is a plant in the mallow family Malvaceae, native to South Africa.

Description

Melhania integra grows as a shrub tall, with several woody stems. The Glossary of [botanical terms#tomentum|tomentose] leaves measure up to long. Inflorescences are typically one to three-flowered and feature yellow petals. The species resembles Melhania randii but differs, for example, in its larger flowers.

Distribution and habitat

Melhania integra is native to South Africa's Northern Provinces. Its habitat is among rocks on grassy slopes.