SIDA CARPINIFOLIA Meaning and
Definition
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Sida carpinifolia, commonly known as the Cuban jute or spinyhead mallow, is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Cuba and other parts of the Caribbean, as well as areas of Central and South America.
Sida carpinifolia typically grows up to 1 meter in height and has a distinct upright habit. The leaves are alternate, deeply incised, and resemble the shape of a hornbeam leaf, hence the specific epithet "carpinifolia." They are medium to dark green in color and have serrated margins. The plant produces small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters on long, slender peduncles. The flowers have five petals, each with a fringed or toothed margin.
This species is known for its adaptability and ability to grow in a wide range of environmental conditions. It is commonly found in disturbed habitats such as fields, roadsides, and waste areas. Sida carpinifolia can also tolerate poor soil conditions and is often found in areas with sandy or rocky soils.
In some regions, Sida carpinifolia is considered an invasive weed due to its rapid growth and ability to outcompete native vegetation. However, it is also cultivated for its fiber, which can be used to produce ropes, twine, and textiles. Additionally, extracts from the plant are used in traditional medicine for various purposes, such as treating respiratory ailments and skin conditions.
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A species said to be insecticidal.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for SIDA CARPINIFOLIA
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Etymology of SIDA CARPINIFOLIA
The word "Sida carpinifolia" is the scientific name of a plant species. It consists of two parts: the genus name "Sida" and the species name "carpinifolia".
The etymology of the genus name "Sida" can be traced back to the Ancient Greek word "σίδηρος" (sidēros) which means "iron". The early botanists named this genus Sida, most possibly because they believed that certain plants belonging to this group had strong and tough stems, resembling iron.
The second part of the scientific name, "carpinifolia", is derived from Latin though it is a combination of two words: "carpinus" means "hornbeam", which is a type of tree, and "folia" means "leaves". Therefore, "carpinifolia" refers to the characteristic of having leaves similar to hornbeam trees.
