Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
aureistella
ID:
751110

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pino & Cieza

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Haseltonia 15: 19 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750443

Common Names

  • Villadia aureistella
  • Villadia aurea
  • Villadia lanceolata

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Description

Villadia aureistella (also called Golden-star Villadia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South America, found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Villadia aureistella is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Villadia aureistella has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Villadia aureistella is a perennial plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Villadia aureistella

Villadia aureistella can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Villadia aureistella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Villadia aureistella?

Villadia aureistella

What type of plant is Villadia aureistella?

Herb

Where does Villadia aureistella originate from?

Mexico

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

Guillermo Pino (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pino' in the authors string.
Nelson Cieza: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cieza' in the authors string.