Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
538714

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Aliso 11: 516 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538046



Common Names

  • Anoda speciosa
  • Wild Cotton
  • Spurless Anoda


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Description

Anoda speciosa (also called Showy Anoda, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to North America, and is found in wet meadows and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Anoda speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control, soil stabilization, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anoda speciosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anoda speciosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Anoda speciosa

Anoda speciosa is native to Central and South America

Anoda speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anoda speciosa?

Anoda speciosa

What is the common name of Anoda speciosa?

Showy Anoda

What is the family of Anoda speciosa?

Amaranthaceae

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2641128: Based on the initial data import
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.