Malvaceae (/ mælˈveɪsiˌaɪ, - siːˌiː /), or the mallows, is a family of flowering plants estimated to contain 244 genera with 4225 known species. [4][5] Well-known members of economic importance include okra, cotton, cacao, roselle and durian.

The mallow family (Malvaceae) contains some 243 genera and at least 4,225 species of herbaceous plants, shrubs, and trees distributed nearly worldwide. Members of the family often feature showy five-petaled flowers with an epicalyx (fused bracts below the sepals).

Malvaceae, the hibiscus, or mallow, family (order Malvales) containing some 243 genera and at least 4,225 species of herbs, shrubs, and trees. Representatives occur in all except the coldest parts of the world but are most numerous in the tropics.

Malvaceae is related to Sterculiaceae and Tiliaceae in having mucilaginous sap, simple alternate and stipulate leaves. According to Bentham and Hooker it differs from them in having monothecous anthers, monadelphous condition and presence of involucre or epicalyx.

Malvaceae, also known as the mallow family, is a group of diverse flowering plants. 244 genera with almost 4225 species are known in this family. The most commonly known members of the family include hibiscus, okra, cotton and cacao.

The Malvaceae family, commonly known as the mallow family, is a diverse group of flowering plants that includes many economically important species. It consists of around 244 genera and over 2,300 species.

The Malvaceae family encompasses a wide range of plant species, but some of the most well-known and beloved members include hibiscus, cotton plants, okra plants, and althea plants. Hibiscus is a popular flowering plant known for its large, vibrant blooms.

The dominant family in the APG II-system is the extended Malvaceae (Malvaceae sensu lato) with over 4000 species, followed by Thymelaeaceae with 750 species. This expanded circumscription of Malvaceae is taken to include the families Bombacaceae, Sterculiaceae and Tiliaceae.

Malvaceae is a widespread family of flowering plants commonly known as the mallow family. This family comprises more than 4,000 species distributed across 243 genera, making it one of the largest families of flowering plants.

The Malvaceae family has some 243 genera and at least 4225 species of herbs, shrubs and trees used as fiber, food, ornamentals [2] and timber. Among the characteristics of Malvaceae are their showy five-petaled flowers with epicalyx and presence of mucilaginous juice in them.