Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
746448

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Clifton, R.E.Buck & S.R.Hill

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Madroño 56: 285 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745781

Common Names

  • Sidalcea gigantea
  • Gigantea Sidalcea
  • Gigantea Sidalcea

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Description

Sidalcea gigantea (also called Giant Checkerbloom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to North America. It has pink flowers and grows in wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Sidalcea gigantea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sidalcea gigantea is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sidalcea gigantea is a perennial herb that is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of drought and can be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Sidalcea gigantea

Sidalcea gigantea is native to the western United States and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Sidalcea gigantea FAQ

What type of plant is Sidalcea gigantea?

Sidalcea gigantea is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae.

What is the natural habitat of Sidalcea gigantea?

Sidalcea gigantea is native to temperate forests in North America.

What are the characteristics of Sidalcea gigantea?

Sidalcea gigantea is an herbaceous perennial with pink flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

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

Steven Richard Hill (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.R.Hill' in the authors string.
Glenn L. Clifton: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Clifton' in the authors string.
Roy E. Buck: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Buck' in the authors string.