Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
712579

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Actes Congr. Int. Bot. Amst. , reimpr.: 39 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711912

Common Names

  • Guioa villosa
  • Villosa Guioa
  • Guioa Villosa

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Description

Guioa villosa (also called Guioa villosa, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown, growing up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Guioa villosa is used as a medicinal plant and is also used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guioa villosa is white and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guioa villosa can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Guioa villosa

Guioa villosa can be found in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Guioa villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guioa villosa?

Guioa villosa

What type of plant is Guioa villosa?

Guioa villosa is a shrub.

Where is Guioa villosa native to?

Guioa villosa is native to Australia.

Species in the Guioa genus

Guioa acuminata, Guioa acutifolia, Guioa amabilis, Guioa aryterifolia, Guioa aryteroides, Guioa asquamosa, Guioa bicolor, Guioa bijuga, Guioa capillacea, Guioa chrysea, Guioa comesperma, Guioa contracta, Guioa coriacea, Guioa crenata, Guioa crenulata, Guioa diplopetala, Guioa discolor, Guioa elegans, Guioa elliptica, Guioa fusca, Guioa glauca, Guioa gracilis, Guioa grandifoliola, Guioa hirsuta, Guioa hospita, Guioa koelreuteria, Guioa koniamboensis, Guioa krempfii, Guioa lasioneura, Guioa lentiscifolia, Guioa malukuensis, Guioa megacarpa, Guioa melanopoda, Guioa membranifolia, Guioa microsepala, Guioa misimaensis, Guioa molliuscula, Guioa montana, Guioa multijuga, Guioa myriadenia, Guioa normanbiensis, Guioa novobritannica, Guioa novoebudaensis, Guioa oligotricha, Guioa ovalis, Guioa palawanica, Guioa parvifoliola, Guioa patentinervis, Guioa pauciflora, Guioa pectinata,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References