Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
686620

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Nakai

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 41: 516 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685953

Common Names

  • Fatoua villosa
  • Villosa Fatoua
  • Fatoua villosa

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Synonyms

  • Boehmeriopsis pallida Kom. [unknown]
  • Fatoua aspera Gaudich. [unknown]
  • Fatoua cordata Gaudich. [unknown]
  • Fatoua globulifera Miq. [unknown]
  • Fatoua japonica Blume [unknown]
  • Fatoua lanceolata Decne. [unknown]
  • Fatoua scabra Miq. [unknown]
  • Fatoua subcordata Gaudich. [unknown]
  • Fleurya glechomifolia Miq. [unknown]
  • Fleurya globulifera Miq. [unknown]
  • Fleurya scabra Miq. [unknown]
  • Urtica villosa Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Fatoua villosa (also called 'Hairy Fatoua', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is a small shrub, growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Fatoua villosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fatoua villosa is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fatoua villosa is a small, succulent, perennial plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Fatoua villosa

Fatoua villosa can be found in Madagascar.

Fatoua villosa FAQ

What are the common names of Fatoua villosa?

Fatoua villosa is commonly known as Woolly Fatoua.

What is the natural habitat of Fatoua villosa?

Fatoua villosa is native to the island of Madagascar.

What is the average size of Fatoua villosa?

Fatoua villosa typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet.

Species in the Fatoua genus

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

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