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mock fanpetals

Scientific Name: Allosidastrum

Family: Malvaceae

Category: Dicot

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Allosidastrum pyramidatum (Cav.) Krapov., Fryxell & D.M. Bates – Mock Fanpetals

Allosidastrum pyramidatum, commonly known as Mock Fanpetals, is a subshrub or shrub belonging to the genus Allosidastrum.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a subshrub or shrub, which might be tempting for pets to chew on.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Allosidastrum pyramidatum (Cav.) Krapov., Fryxell & D.M. Bates
  • Common Name: Mock Fanpetals
  • Family: Malvaceae (Mallow family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: The text references several related genera, including Allowissadula, Althaea, Andeimalva, and Billieturnera, which could be considered related but are not direct synonyms.
  • Taxon ID: 500147

Distribution and Habitat

  • The floral region of Allosidastrum is mentioned as Puerto Rico.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Allosidastrum pyramidatum is described as a subshrub or shrub.
  • It is a perennial, meaning it lives for more than two years.

Quirky Facts

  • The text mentions a "category in common-name systematics" as "Category:mock fanpetals," suggesting a formal categorization based on common names.

Additional Information

  • The Discover Life website is mentioned as a resource for information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Allosidastrum pyramidatum.
  • The plant is categorized as a Dicot and belongs to the Division Magnoliophyta.