Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adscendens
ID:
497607

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. Merid. 1: 182 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496939



Common Names

  • Sida adscendens
  • Adscendens Sida
  • Sida


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Synonyms

  • Sida paraguariensis Hochr. [unknown]

Description

Sida adscendens (also called Adscendens Sida, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sida adscendens is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sida adscendens has white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sida adscendens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, from tropical to temperate. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Sida adscendens

Sida adscendens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Sida adscendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sida adscendens?

Sida adscendens

What is the natural habitat of Sida adscendens?

The natural habitat of Sida adscendens is dry, sandy soils.

What is the average size of Sida adscendens?

The average size of Sida adscendens is about 1-2 feet in height.

Species in the Sida genus

Sida abutilifolia, Sida barclayi, Sida atherophora, Sida asterocalyx, Sida ammophila, Sida aggregata, Sida acuta, Sida adscendens, Sida alii, Sida alba, Sida argentea, Sida antillensis, Sida aprica, Sida arenicola, Sida anomala, Sida argillacea, Sida andersonii, Sida angustissima, Sida hyssopifolia, Sida hookeriana, Sida floccosa, Sida glabra, Sida fibulifera, Sida elongata, Sida echinocarpa, Sida intricata, Sida everistiana, Sida calyxhymenia, Sida caudata, Sida calchaquiensis, Sida calliantha, Sida bipartita, Sida brownii, Sida brachypoda, Sida cordifolia, Sida corrugata, Sida cordata, Sida coutinhoi, Sida ciliaris, Sida clementii, Sida cleisocalyx, Sida marabaensis, Sida martiana, Sida meridiana, Sida massaica, Sida ovata, Sida paucifolia, Sida nummularia, Sida nemorensis, Sida ogadensis,

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,