Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
villosa
ID:
541481

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47: 523 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540813

Common Names

  • Villosa Apodanthera
  • Villose Apodanthera
  • Villose Leafless Apodanthera

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Description

Apodanthera villosa (also called Hairy Water-starwort, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant found in shallow, still or slow-moving waters. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in the mud of ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers, and can also be found in brackish waters.

Uses & Benefits

Apodanthera villosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower and is known to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Apodanthera villosa are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodanthera villosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Apodanthera villosa

Apodanthera villosa is native to Brazil.

Apodanthera villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodanthera villosa?

Apodanthera villosa

What is the common name of Apodanthera villosa?

No common name

Where is Apodanthera villosa found?

It is found in the Andes of Peru

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2644236: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.