Water
Water Sida rhombifolia regularly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months when growth slows.
Also known as Angled Sida · Arrow-Leaf Sida · Arrowleaf Sida
Cuban jute (Sida rhombifolia) is an erect shrub with fibrous stems, recognized for its medicinal uses and as a source of coarse fiber.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-27°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Sida rhombifolia regularly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months when growth slows.
Prune Sida rhombifolia to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Light pruning can be done anytime, while heavier pruning is best performed in early spring before new growth begins.
Cuban jute can be propagated from seeds sown in spring or summer, or from stem cuttings taken during the growing season. Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining potting mix, kept moist, and placed in a warm, bright location.
Repot Sida rhombifolia every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one.
Use a well-draining potting mix, and repot in spring before the active growing season commences.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Sida |
| Species | Sida rhombifolia |
Similar in genus Sida
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