Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tucumanensis
ID:
1279634

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.s., 43(4): 71 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278972



Common Names

  • Wissadula tucumanensis
  • Tucuman Wissadula
  • Tucuman Fanpetals


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Description

Wissadula tucumanensis (also called Tucuman Wissadula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 2–5 m. It is native to Central and South America. It is found in a variety of habitats, including dry forests, wet forests, and tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Wissadula tucumanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wissadula tucumanensis has small white flowers that are clustered in axillary cymes. The seeds are small, black and globose. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wissadula tucumanensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.

Where to Find Wissadula tucumanensis

Wissadula tucumanensis is native to the Tucumanensis region of Argentina and can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of the region.

Wissadula tucumanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wissadula tucumanensis?

Wissadula tucumanensis

What is the common name of Wissadula tucumanensis?

Tucuman Wissadula

Where is Wissadula tucumanensis native to?

South America

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,

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