Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
villosa
ID:
529549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 208 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528881

Common Names

  • Alternanthera villosa
  • Hairy Joyweed
  • Hairy Alternanthera

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Synonyms

  • Illecebrum villosum Steud. [unknown]
  • Telanthera villosa Moq. [unknown]

Description

Alternanthera villosa (also called Hairy Joyweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, and its flowers are white or pink in color. It prefers moist soil and can be found in areas of disturbed vegetation, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Alternanthera villosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alternanthera villosa is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alternanthera villosa is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Alternanthera villosa

Alternanthera villosa can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Alternanthera villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alternanthera villosa?

Alternanthera villosa

What is the common name of Alternanthera villosa?

Hairy Alternanthera

What is the family of Alternanthera villosa?

Amaranthaceae

Species in the Alternanthera genus

Alternanthera acaulis, Alternanthera adscendens, Alternanthera albida, Alternanthera albosquarrosa, Alternanthera albotomentosa, Alternanthera altacruzensis, Alternanthera aquatica, Alternanthera arequipensis, Alternanthera areschougii, Alternanthera aristata, Alternanthera asterotricha, Alternanthera aurata, Alternanthera bahiensis, Alternanthera bettzickiana, Alternanthera boliviana, Alternanthera brasiliana, Alternanthera calcicola, Alternanthera cana, Alternanthera canescens, Alternanthera capituliflora, Alternanthera caracasana, Alternanthera cinerella, Alternanthera collina, Alternanthera congesta, Alternanthera cordobensis, Alternanthera coriacea, Alternanthera corymbiformis, Alternanthera costaricensis, Alternanthera crassifolia, Alternanthera crucis, Alternanthera decurrens, Alternanthera dendrotricha, Alternanthera dominii, Alternanthera dubia, Alternanthera echinocephala, Alternanthera elongata, Alternanthera fasciculata, Alternanthera fastigiata, Alternanthera ficoidea, Alternanthera filifolia, Alternanthera flava, Alternanthera flavescens, Alternanthera flavicoma, Alternanthera flavida, Alternanthera flosculosa, Alternanthera frutescens, Alternanthera galapagensis, Alternanthera geniculata, Alternanthera glaucescens, Alternanthera glaziovii,

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

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