Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
excelsior
ID:
427871

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Presl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Reliq. Haenk. 2: 118 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427203



Common Names

  • Wissadula Excelsior
  • Excelsior's Wissadula
  • Excelsior's Tree


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Synonyms

  • Wissadula patens Garke [unknown]
  • Sida excelsior Cav. [unknown]
  • Sida calophylla Poepp. ex R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Sida patens D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Abutilon excelsior (Cav.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Abutilon ferrugineum Kunth [unknown]
  • Abutilon patens A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Abutilon rufescens Turcz. [unknown]
  • Wissadula periplocifolia guatemalense Hochr. [unknown]
  • Wissadula zeylanica guatemalense Baker [unknown]
  • Wissadula rostrata wrightiana (Griseb.) M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Wissadula ferruginea Garcke & K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Wissadula periplocifolia wrightiana Griseb. [unknown]
  • Wissadula zeylanica wrightiana Baker f. [unknown]

Description

Wissadula excelsior (also called Large-leaved Wissadula, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows to a height of 1-3 m and has large, ovate leaves. It is found in moist areas such as swamps, marshes, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Wissadula excelsior is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wissadula excelsior has small, white flowers and small, black, winged seeds. The seedlings have two opposite, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wissadula excelsior is a perennial herb that grows from a rhizome. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes in spring or autumn. It prefers moist soil and full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Wissadula excelsior

Wissadula excelsior is native to tropical Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

Wissadula excelsior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wissadula excelsior?

Wissadula excelsior

What is the common name of Wissadula excelsior?

Giant Wissadula

What type of plant is Wissadula excelsior?

Herb

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