Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferrucciana
ID:
511005

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 16: 236 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510337



Common Names

  • Sida ferrucciana
  • Ferruccio's Sida
  • Ferruccio's Flannelweed


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Description

Sida ferrucciana (also called 'Ferruccio's Sida', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical rainforests, in lowland and montane forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sida ferrucciana is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sida ferrucciana is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sida ferrucciana is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is easily propagated from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soil.

Where to Find Sida ferrucciana

Sida ferrucciana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Sida ferrucciana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sida ferrucciana?

Sida ferrucciana

What is the common name of Sida ferrucciana?

Sida ferrucciana

Where is Sida ferrucciana native to?

South America

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,