Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andersonii
ID:
497634

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell

Source:
ksu

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 37: 301 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496966



Common Names

  • Sida Andersonii
  • Anderson's Sida
  • Anderson's Sidastrum


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Description

Sida andersonii (also called Anderson's fanpetals, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant which grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and open woodlands. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sida andersonii 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

The flowers of Sida andersonii are small, yellowish-white in color and arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sida andersonii is a perennial evergreen plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Sida andersonii

Sida andersonii is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America.

Sida andersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sida andersonii?

Sida andersonii

What is the natural habitat of Sida andersonii?

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

What is the average size of Sida andersonii?

The average size of Sida andersonii 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,