Definition: A maranham (also known as a hollyhock) is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It belongs to the genus "Hortensis" and is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The leaves of the hollyhocks are usually arranged in a simple, branching pattern called a petalate arrangement. They have delicate, often white or pink flowers that can range from small to large, depending on the species. Maranham flowers are typically