Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
periplocifolia
ID:
427904

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Thwaites

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 27 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427236



Common Names

  • Wissadula periplocifolia
  • Large-leaved Wissadula
  • Large-leaved Wissadula


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Synonyms

  • Wissadula zeylanica Medik. [unknown]
  • Sida periplocifolia L. [unknown]
  • Abutilon hastatum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Abutilon periplocifolium (L.) Sweet [unknown]
  • Abutilon periplocifolium peruvianum (DC.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Abutilon periplocifolium zeylanicum (DC.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Sida periplocifolia zeylanica DC. [unknown]
  • Wissadula periplocifolia antillarum R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Wissadula periplocifolia fadyenii Hochr. [unknown]
  • Wissadula periplocifolia gracillima R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Wissadula periplocifolia heterosperma Hochr. [unknown]

Description

Wissadula periplocifolia (also called Periplocifolia 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 periplocifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Wissadula periplocifolia has small, white, star-shaped flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wissadula periplocifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until germination. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Wissadula periplocifolia

Wissadula periplocifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Wissadula periplocifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wissadula periplocifolia?

Wissadula periplocifolia

What is the common name of Wissadula periplocifolia?

Periplocifolia Wissadula

What type of plant is Wissadula periplocifolia?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2465122: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.