Indian Mallow

Common Names: Indian Mallow, Country Mallow, Lantern Flower

Indian mallow is a tough, versatile shrub native to tropical regions that thrives in Perth’s warm climate. It features soft, velvety silver-green leaves and sweet golden-yellow flowers that open in the sunshine. It is ideal for backyard gardeners looking for a hardy, low-maintenance feature plant that attracts local pollinators while handling heat with ease.

Features:

Ideal prune height range: 1-3m

pH growing conditions: 6.0 to 7.5

Shade or full sun: Full sun

Minimum pot year 5: 30L pot

Time to fruit age: 1-2 years from seed

Indian mallow is quick to establish and naturally drought-tolerant once settled. It produces small, lantern-like yellow blooms followed by decorative, gear-shaped seed pods that add unique texture to the garden. It can be grown directly in native garden beds or kept in large pots, making it a cracking option for sunny patios or waterwise borders.

Interesting Notes:

Indian mallow has a long history in traditional medicine, where its leaves and roots are valued for various herbal remedies. The seed pods look like little ruffled cupcakes, adding plenty of visual interest long after the flowers finish blooming.

It is a favourite for dryland gardens, low-water hedges, and cottage-style edible landscapes.

Limited stock. Pickup from Parkwood, WA. Delivery to Perth Metro only.

Keywords: Indian Mallow, Abutilon indicum, waterwise shrub Perth, yellow flowering plant, backyard garden tree