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Definition of Malvaceous

1. a. Pertaining to, or resembling, a natural order of plants (Malvaceæ), of which the mallow is the type. The cotton plant, hollyhock, and abutilon are of this order, and the baobab and the silk-cotton trees are now referred to it.

Medical Definition of Malvaceous

1. Pertaining to, or resembling, a natural order of plants (Malvaceae), of which the mallow is the type. The cotton plant, hollyhock, and abutilon are of this order, and the baobab and the silk-cotton trees are now referred to it. Origin: L. Malvaceus, from malva mallows. See Mallow. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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