Status:
valid
Authors:
Pino & Cieza
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Haseltonia 15: 16 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750442
Common Names
- Villadia klopfensteinii
- Villadia aurea
- Villadia lanceolata
Description
Villadia klopfensteinii (also called Klopfenstein's 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 klopfensteinii 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 klopfensteinii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Villadia klopfensteinii 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 klopfensteinii
Villadia klopfensteinii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Villadia klopfensteinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Villadia klopfensteinii?
Villadia klopfensteinii
What type of plant is Villadia klopfensteinii?
Herb
Where does Villadia klopfensteinii originate from?
Mexico
Species in the Villadia genus
Villadia grandisepala,
Villadia platystyla,
Villadia klopfensteinii,
Villadia aureistella,
Villadia thiedei,
Villadia kimnachii,
Villadia paniculata,
Villadia aperta,
Villadia aristata,
Villadia laxa,
Villadia misera,
Villadia recurva,
Villadia dielsii,
Villadia dyvrandae,
Villadia virgata,
Villadia guatemalensis,
Villadia albiflora,
Villadia acuta,
Villadia painteri,
Villadia imbricata,
Villadia cucullata,
Villadia nelsoni,
Villadia pringlei,
Villadia stricta,
Villadia minutiflora,
Villadia ramosissima,
Villadia squamulosa,
Villadia diffusa,
Villadia patula,
Villadia ramirezii,
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
Nelson Cieza: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cieza' in the authors string.