Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
1042839

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Dufr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Valér. : 54 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042177



Common Names

  • Patrinia villosa
  • Villosa Patrinia
  • Hairy Patrinia


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Description

Patrinia villosa (also called Hairy Patrinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and hairy leaves. It is native to East Asia and typically grows in moist, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Patrinia villosa is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Patrinia villosa sub. punctifolia H.J.Wang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Patrinia villosa has a white spathe and a yellow spadix. Seeds: The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings have two, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Patrinia villosa is a small, evergreen shrub native to China. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny spot and kept moist. Once established, Patrinia villosa requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Patrinia villosa

Patrinia villosa can be found in the temperate regions of India and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Pierre Dufresne (1786-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dufr.' in the authors string.