Species PlantsDesert Globemallow

Desert Globemallow

Sphaeralcea ambigua

CommonPlant
Illustration of Desert Globemallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua)

Desert Globemallow is a resilient desert plant with orange to apricot-colored flowers. It is well-adapted to arid environments and can bloom profusely after rain. The plant is an important food source for desert herbivores.

Habitat
Commonly found in desert landscapes and arid regions.
Diet
Pollinated by bees, it provides food for desert tortoises and other wildlife.
How common
Common

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