Indian Valley False Mallow (Malvastrum Americanum) is a annual, perennial herb, subshrub in the Malvaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Malvastrum americanum is a perennial herb or subshrub known commonly as Indian Valley False Mallow, growing up to 2-3 meters tall with stellate pubescent stems and leaves.