Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rostrata
ID:
427877

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schumach.) Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 229 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427209



Common Names

  • Wissadula Rostrata
  • Rostrata's Wissadula
  • Rostrata's Tree


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Synonyms

  • Sida rostrata Schumach. & Thonn. [unknown]

Description

Wissadula rostrata (also called Long-beaked 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 rostrata is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wissadula rostrata 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 rostrata

Wissadula rostrata is found in tropical Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

Wissadula rostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wissadula rostrata?

Wissadula rostrata

What is the common name of Wissadula rostrata?

Beaked Wissadula

What type of plant is Wissadula rostrata?

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

Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:564918-1: Based on the initial data import