Description
Sida cordifolia is an erect perennial that reaches 50 to 200 cm (20 to 79 in) tall, with the entire plant covered with soft white felt-like hair that is responsible for one of its common names, flannel weed
Sida cordifolia is a perennial subshrub of the mallow family Malvaceae native to India. It has naturalized throughout the world, and is considered an invasive weed in Africa, Australia, the southern.
Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Sida cordifolia, flannel weed |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 18 to 24 inch. |
| Flower Colour | Dark yellow, dark orange. |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
The common marshmallow, s leaves, flowers, roots and seeds are edible. The roots contain a mucilagelike material that can be cooked into a soft sweet food -- the original marshmallow candy. Making it begins with peeling and thinly slicing several roots. Place the slices in a pot, and barely cover them with hot water.
Country Mallow care
Common marshmallow plants grow best in sandy, moist soil and are not fussy about the soil s pH level. They need partial shade to full sun. Prepare their seeds for sowing by placing them in damp peat moss inside a plastic bag, and keep the bagged seeds in a refrigerator for four to six weeks
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | Well-drained soil. |
| Temperature | 20 and 30 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Country Mallow special feature
Mallow leaves are deliciously cooked in the popular With endless cuisines nominating Mallow leaves in and as a special dish, Mallow has undoubtedly spread worldwide owing to its attractive features and varieties.
Country Mallow uses
Medicinal Use:
- Inflammation of the oral mucosa
Culinary Use:
- Seeds and leaves