Heartleaf Fanpetals
Sida cordata
- Native to:
- Bangladesh, China, Hainan, India, Laccadive Is., Lesser Sunda Is., Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Socotra, South China Sea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, United States, Vietnam
Vengolis
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Malvaceae
- Genus:
- Sida
- Species:
- Sida cordata
- USDA Symbol:
- SICO7
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow, orange
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- thrives in disturbed areas and open grasslands