Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aprica
ID:
497616

Status:
valid

Authors:
Domin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 22(89): 394 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496948



Common Names

  • Sida aprica
  • Apricot Sida
  • Apricot Fanpetals


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Description

Sida aprica (also called Sun 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 yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sida aprica 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sida aprica var. solanacea Domin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sida aprica 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 aprica

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

Sida aprica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sida aprica?

Sida aprica

What is the natural habitat of Sida aprica?

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

What is the average size of Sida aprica?

The average size of Sida aprica 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,