Also known as Fat Weed · Mulberry-Weed · Watersnake Hemp
Hairy crabweed (Fatoua villosa) is a fast-growing annual weed with fuzzy leaves and stems, often found in disturbed soils and garden beds.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers bright conditions but avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Regular watering
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Monthly during growing season
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength from spring through summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, as this plant can be sensitive to overwatering.
Prune hairy crabweed to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back the tips of young stems regularly. Remove any leggy or overgrown shoots.
Pruning can be done at any time, but is most effective in spring before active growth begins.
Hairy crabweed is easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 5-10 cm cuttings from healthy stems in spring or summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a moist, well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Repot hairy crabweed when it becomes root-bound, typically every 1-2 years. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in spring before the start of the active growing season.
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Where Hairy Crabweed (Fatoua villosa) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Moraceae |
| Genus | Fatoua |
| Species | Fatoua villosa |
Similar in genus Fatoua
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