Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delicata
ID:
1305419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bovini

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Brasil. 24: 435 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317873



Common Names

  • Wissadula delicata
  • Delicata Wissadula
  • Wissadula


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Description

Wissadula delicata (also called Delicate Wissadula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and is found in rocky outcrops in the Atlantic Forest. It is a shrub with long, thin leaves that are green on the top and reddish underneath.

Uses & Benefits

Wissadula delicata is an ornamental plant, often used as a houseplant or in terrariums. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens, and its leaves are used as a source of food for livestock. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, such as its ability to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wissadula delicata has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, slender leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wissadula delicata can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Wissadula delicata

Wissadula delicata is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Wissadula delicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wissadula delicata?

Wissadula delicata

What is the common name of Wissadula delicata?

Delicata Wissadula

Where is Wissadula delicata found?

Wissadula delicata is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Species in the Wissadula genus

Wissadula excelsior, Wissadula rostrata, Wissadula contracta, Wissadula periplocifolia, Wissadula amplissima, Wissadula parvifolia, Wissadula hernandioides, Wissadula ecuadoriensis, Wissadula costaricensis, Wissadula decora, Wissadula densiflora, Wissadula diffusa, Wissadula grandifolia, Wissadula gymnanthemum, Wissadula macrantha, Wissadula paraguariensis, Wissadula pavonii, Wissadula sordida, Wissadula microcarpa, Wissadula stellata, Wissadula andina, Wissadula boliviana, Wissadula indivisa, Wissadula divergens, Wissadula cruziana, Wissadula cardenasii, Wissadula peredoi, Wissadula wissadifolia, Wissadula glechomifolium, Wissadula parviflora, Wissadula setifera, Wissadula tucumanensis, Wissadula fadyenii, Wissadula stipulata, Wissadula cuspidata, Wissadula delicata, Wissadula glechomifolia, Wissadula krapovickasiana, Wissadula caribaea,

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

Massimo G. Bovini: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bovini' in the authors string.