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Seashore Mallow

Kosteletzkya pentacarpos

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Illustration of Seashore Mallow (Kosteletzkya pentacarpos)

Seashore Mallow is a resilient plant with pink flowers and a bushy appearance. It thrives in salty environments, making it an important species for coastal restoration projects. Its seeds can float, aiding in its dispersal along shorelines.

Habitat
Typically found in coastal marshes and estuaries.
Diet
Its flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies.
How common
Uncommon

Best time to see a Seashore Mallow

The best time to see a Seashore Mallow is July–September, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 5,688 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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