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Hollyhock
Alcea rosea · Malvaceae
How it looks
Hollyhock is a herb with very large five-petaled, plate- or trumpet-shaped flowers blooming in rows along a straight, tall flower stalk. Colors range widely-pink, red, yellow, purple, black, white-and the leaves are large and palmately lobed. Height 5-10 ft (1.5-3 m).
Hollyhock is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. An occasional nibble is unlikely to cause any real trouble.
Guide for parents
Even with a safe plant, make a habit of picking up fallen leaves the same day. If your cat likes to dig in or eat potting soil, fertilizer ingredients can upset their stomach — covering the soil with pebbles works well. If it comes home as a cut stem, florists often treat it with preservatives, so place the vase where your cat can't drink the water.
Details
- Scientific name
- Alcea rosea
- Common name
- Hollyhock
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
