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    Fatoua villosa

    Mulberryweed (Fatoua villosa) is a non-native landscape weed that has naturalized throughout the Eastern United States and From California to Washington. This species is native to southeastern Asia and was first recorded in Louisiana in the 1950’s.

    • Scientific Name: Fatoua villosa
    • Common Name: Mulberryweed
    • Seasonality: Warm
    • Soil Type: Wet or dry
    • Toxicity: Non-toxic
    • Plant Growth: Annual
    • Biology and Management of Mulberry Weed (Fatoua villosa) in Ornamental Crop Production
    • Relevant Resources

      UF/IFAS Extension Publication: Biology and Management of Mulberry Weed (Fatoua villosa) in Ornamental Crop Production

      USDA Plants Profile Fatoua villosa (Thunb.)

      North Carolina State University Horticulture Information Leaflet: Mulberry (Fatoua villosa)

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    Photos of Fatoua Villosa

    Fatoua villosa flower
    Fatoua villosa habitat
    Fatoua villosa leaves
    Fatoua villosa seedling

     

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