Prickly Sida
Sida spinosa

Prickly Sida

Prickly Sida (Sida spinosa) grows up to 5 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is both edible and medicinal.

Picture illustrating Prickly Sida

Habit

Shrub

Height

0.5 to 1.0 m

Growth

Fast 

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy Loam

Shade

Full Sun

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Tropical Asia

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20°C to 30°C

Humidity (%)

60% to 80%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

0.2 to 0.3 kg

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.4 to 0.7 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

1 to 2 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

1 to 2 years

Health Benefits

Medicinal, Forage

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 6 weeks with nitrogen-rich fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot

Brown or black lesions on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth

Neem oil, Compost tea, improve air circulation, sulfur spray, Neem oil, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.

Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

· Contains alkaloids with anti-inflammatory benefits

· Used traditionally for treating fever and respiratory issues

· Aids in wound healing

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