Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
villosa
ID:
525638

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Exell) Forman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 30: 84 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524970

Common Names

  • Albertisia
  • Villosa
  • Hairy Albertisia

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Synonyms

  • Synclisia villosa Exell [unknown]
  • Epinetrum villosum (Exell) Troupin [unknown]

Description

Albertisia villosa (also called Villosa Albertisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea. Its habitats include tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Albertisia villosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Albertisia villosa has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. The seed is small and black, while the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albertisia villosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Albertisia villosa

Albertisia villosa is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Albertisia villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albertisia villosa?

Albertisia villosa

What is the common name of Albertisia villosa?

Hairy albertisia

Where is Albertisia villosa found?

Albertisia villosa is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2627207: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.
Lewis Leonard Forman (1929-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forman' in the authors string.