Sida cordifolia - Aid
This species, also known as "khareti" or "bala", is a herbaceous plant with yellow flowers in summer. It is used in traditional Indian medicine as a stimulant and to burn fat.
in the ground, in nurseries
CAUTION: germination is very slow, averaging 3 to 6 weeks! Soak seeds for 4 to 5 hours in warm water, then allow to dry and sow in a mixture of fine potting soil and sand 1 to 2 mm deep. Scarifying the seeds improves germination. Keep the substrate moist, at a temperature close to 25°, throughout the germination phase.
February, March, April, May
April, May, June
July, August, September, October
in the ground, in pot
Sida cordifolia
mid-season
100 seeds
Yellow
From 30 to 40 cm
Sida cordifolia contains an alkaloid reputed to burn fat, thus boosting energy. In medicine, this alkaloid also relaxes the respiratory tract.
