Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schiedeana
ID:
474424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. , ed. 2, 2: 279 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473756



Common Names

  • Schiedeana Pavonia
  • Schiedeana Mallow
  • Schiedeana Wax Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Malache rosea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pavonia begoniifolia Gardner [unknown]
  • Pavonia rosea Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Pavonia silvatica Diels [unknown]
  • Pavonia umbrosa R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus umbellatus Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Pavonia fruticosa angustiloba Stehlé [unknown]
  • Pavonia lappacea Casar. [unknown]
  • Pavonia rosea rigida R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Typhalea umbrosa (R.E.Fr.) Monteiro [unknown]
  • Pavonia gardneriana Turcz. [unknown]
  • Pavonia brachysepala A.St.-Hil. & Naudin [unknown]

Description

Pavonia schiedeana (also called Schiede's Pavonia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has white, cup-shaped flowers and grows to a height of about 3 feet. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Pavonia schiedeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pavonia schiedeana has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavonia schiedeana is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers warm temperatures and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Pavonia schiedeana

Pavonia schiedeana can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Pavonia schiedeana FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Pavonia schiedeana?

Pavonia schiedeana prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal humidity for Pavonia schiedeana?

Pavonia schiedeana prefers high humidity, ideally between 50-70%.

How much light does Pavonia schiedeana need?

Pavonia schiedeana prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Pavonia genus

Pavonia castaneifolia, Pavonia rotundifolia, Pavonia sepioides, Pavonia sepium, Pavonia serrata, Pavonia sidifolia, Pavonia somalensis, Pavonia schiedeana, Pavonia schimperiana, Pavonia senegalensis, Pavonia schweinfurthii, Pavonia semiserrata, Pavonia papilionacea, Pavonia paucibracteata, Pavonia penduliflora, Pavonia paniculata, Pavonia paludicola, Pavonia peruviana, Pavonia propinqua, Pavonia purpusii, Pavonia pleuranthera, Pavonia pirottae, Pavonia procumbens, Pavonia zeylanica, Pavonia stolzii, Pavonia triloba, Pavonia steudneri, Pavonia urens, Pavonia fonsecana, Pavonia falconensis, Pavonia firmiflora, Pavonia friisii, Pavonia dasypetala, Pavonia fruticosa, Pavonia gossweileri, Pavonia geminiflora, Pavonia fryxelliana, Pavonia fryxellii, Pavonia gallaensis, Pavonia brevibracteolata, Pavonia burchellii, Pavonia calycina, Pavonia cancellata, Pavonia candida, Pavonia baumliana, Pavonia blepharicarpa, Pavonia cristata, Pavonia cochensis, Pavonia columella, Pavonia malacophylla,

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,

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