Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barclayi
ID:
497554

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 30: 236 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496886



Common Names

  • Sida barclayi
  • Barclayi Sida
  • Sida


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Synonyms

  • Sida anomalocalyx Fryxell [unknown]

Description

Sida barclayi (also called Barclay's Sida, among many other common names) is a perennial herb or subshrub 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 barclayi 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 barclayi 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 barclayi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Sida barclayi

Sida barclayi is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Sida barclayi FAQ

What type of plant is Sida barclayi?

Sida barclayi is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae.

Where does Sida barclayi grow?

Sida barclayi is native to Central America, specifically Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

What is the size of Sida barclayi?

Sida barclayi 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,

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