Anoda facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Anoda |
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| Anoda cristata | |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malvales |
| Family: | Malvaceae |
| Subfamily: | Malvoideae |
| Tribe: | Malveae |
| Genus: | Anoda Cav. |
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| Synonyms | |
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Cavanillea Medik. |
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Anoda is a group of flowering plants. They are part of the mallow family, which also includes well-known plants like cotton and hibiscus. There are about 23 or 24 different kinds, or species, of Anoda plants. Most of these plants grow naturally in Mexico and South America.
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About Anoda Plants
What are Anoda Plants Like?
Anoda plants are usually herbs, which means they have soft stems instead of woody ones like trees. They generally grow upright. These plants can have many different shapes of leaves, making each species unique. Many Anoda plants also have bright and colorful flowers, which makes them pretty to look at.
Their Special Fruits
One interesting thing about Anoda plants is their fruits. Most of them produce special fruits that are shaped like a disk and are divided into different sections. This unique shape helps you identify them.
Where Do Anoda Plants Grow?
As mentioned, most Anoda species are native to Mexico and South America. This means they naturally grow in these regions and are well-suited to the climate there. Some species might also be found in other parts of the world where they have been introduced.
Different Kinds of Anoda
Here are some of the known species of Anoda plants:
- Anoda abutiloides - This one is sometimes called Indian anoda.
- Anoda crenatiflora - Known as thicket anoda.
- Anoda cristata - This species has a few names, like crested anoda, spurred anoda, or violeta del campo.
- Anoda lanceolata - Called lanceleaf anoda because of its leaf shape.
- Anoda pentaschista - Often known as field anoda.
- Anoda reticulata - This one is called netted anoda.
- Anoda thurberi - You might hear this one called Arizona anoda.
See also
In Spanish: Anoda para niños
