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Sidastrum micranthum

Dainty Sandmallow
Also known as: Sida buettneriacea Klotzsch +3 more
  • Sida buettneriacea Klotzsch
  • Sida micrantha A.St.-Hil.
  • Sida micranthum L.
  • Sida phlebococca Griseb.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Malvaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.

Naturally occurring in South America, Sidastrum micranthum (commonly known as Dainty sandmallow) is a shrub belonging to the Malvaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Shrub

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Central America, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia, Brazil Northeast, Brazil South, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Venezuela

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
China Southeast, Cuba, Hawaii, India, Puerto Rico

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