Malvaceae spp (Lavatera ?)

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Malvaceae spp (Lavatera ?)

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I have difficulty to place this Malvaceae species. Any suggestions?
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The epicalyx do no seem to be cut to the base, so it should be a Lavatera; and from the 3 spp. we have, then it must be cretica. I am not sure about my conclusion because usually L. cretica is a bit different and paler! hmm...
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guess it is cretica yes
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Malvaceae.

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Hi Stephen,

Be sure to have a good look at this site:-

http://www.malvaceae.info/

ENJOY!!
Roland Camilleri B.Ec. FCPA.
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