Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
villosus
ID:
1297460

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
tro

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 250 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296798



Common Names

  • Dicranostyles villosus
  • Hairy Fork-moss
  • Fork-moss


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Description

Dicranostyles villosus (also called Hairy Dicranostyles, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to the Americas, from the United States to Argentina, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dicranostyles villosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicranostyles villosus is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicranostyles villosus is a perennial herbaceous vine native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Dicranostyles villosus

Dicranostyles villosus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Dicranostyles villosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicranostyles villosus?

Dicranostyles villosus

What is the common name of Dicranostyles villosus?

Hairy Dicranostyles

What is the natural habitat of Dicranostyles villosus?

Dicranostyles villosus is native to Central and South America.

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

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