Waltheria indica
Introduction '''''Waltheria indica''''' is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae, that has a pantropical distribution. It is believed to have originated in the Neotropics. Common names include '''sleepy morning''', '''basora prieta''', '''hierba de soldado''', '''guimauve''', '''mauve-gris''', '''moto-branco''', '''fulutafu''', '''kafaki''', and '''uhaloa''' (Hawaii). ''W. indica'' is a short-lived subshrub or shrub, reaching a height of  and a stem diameter of . It is most common in dry, disturbed or well-drained, moist habitats. In Puerto Rico, it grows in areas that receive  of annual rainfall and at elevations from sea level to more .
Medicinal uses The roots, leaves and flowers of ''W. indica'' are all used medicinally in some cultures,.
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