Sida asterocalyx - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.T.Reynolds & A.E.Holland
Source:
ksu
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 2: 463 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496899
Common Names
- Sida asterocalyx
- Asterocalyx Sida
- Sida
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sida asterocalyx (also called Asterocalyx 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 asterocalyx is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sida asterocalyx has white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sida asterocalyx is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the southeastern United States. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed in autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Sida asterocalyx
Sida asterocalyx is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist, shady areas.
Sida asterocalyx FAQ
What type of plant is Sida asterocalyx?
Sida asterocalyx is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae.
Where does Sida asterocalyx grow?
Sida asterocalyx is native to Central America, specifically Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
What is the size of Sida asterocalyx?
Sida asterocalyx grows to a height of 1-2 m (3-6 ft).
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,
References
Ailsa E. Holland: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.Holland' in the authors string.
Sally T. Reynolds (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Reynolds' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:936015-1: Based on the initial data import