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Indian Mallow
Abutilon palmeri
The Indian mallow is a compact shrub native to scrub communities of southwestern
United States low deserts. The maple-like foliage has silver, velvet-like
leaves. The bright, showy orange flowers bloom from may to October.
The plant is often foraged by deer, sheep, and goats.
Native American Usage
The Native Americans used the tough fibers from the stems for weaving and to
make rope.