Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reitzii
ID:
1271526

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov.

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 12: 107 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270864



Common Names

  • Reitz
  • Reitz Grass
  • Sida reitzii


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Description

Sida reitzii (also called Reitz's fanpetals, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the Malvaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in open areas and disturbed habitats. It typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.6 meters and has simple leaves with entire margins. Flowers are yellow and appear in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Sida reitzii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been known to have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sida reitzii has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sida reitzii is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Sida reitzii

Sida reitzii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Sida reitzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sida reitzii?

Sida reitzii

What are the common names of Sida reitzii?

No common names are known for this species.

Where is Sida reitzii native to?

Sida reitzii is native to Brazil.

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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