Purple Poppy Mallow (Callirhoe Involucrata) is a perennial herb in the Malvaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Callirhoe involucrata is a mat-forming perennial wildflower native to the south-central Great Plains of the United States, known for its bright magenta-pink, cup-shaped flowers that bloom in summer.

Purple Poppy Mallow

Purple Poppy Mallow

Callirhoe Involucrata

Callirhoe involucrata is a mat-forming perennial wildflower native to the south-central Great Plains of the United States, known for its bright magenta-pink, cup-shaped flowers that bloom in summer.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Purple Poppy Mallow

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Purple Poppy Mallow
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Taxonomy

Family:Malvaceae
Genus:Callirhoe