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General Information

Sidalcea acuta is a Perennial
It is harvested from the wild for local use as a food, medicine and source of materials.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

E. Asia - Himalayas.

Habitat

Waste ground and scrub forest in Uttar Pradesh[].

Properties

Edibility Rating
Medicinal Rating
Habit	Perennial
Height	0.00 m
Pollinators	Insects
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain. However, judging by its native range, it is possibly hardy outdoors at least in the milder areas of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Prefers a deep fertile well-drained but moisture-retentive soil in full sun or with some shade at the hottest part of the day[].

Edible Uses

One report says that the plant is sometimes used as food[], but gives no more information. It is most likely that the leaves are used, though the flowers, mature and immature seeds should also be edible[].

Medicinal

One report says that the plant has medicinal uses[], but gives no details[].

Other Uses

A fibre is obtained from the stem[].

Propagation

Seed - sow spring in a greenhouse. When the seedlings are large enough to handle, prick them out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer.
Division in the spring.