Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
triosteifolia
ID:
79074

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rusby) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 385 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078403

Common Names

  • Three-spike Ayapanopsis
  • Three-spike Ageratum
  • Three-spike Fleabane

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium triosteifolium Rusby [unknown]

Description

Ayapanopsis triosteifolia (also called Ayapanopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America and typically grows in moist, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ayapanopsis triosteifolia is a shrub native to Central America. It is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Ayapanopsis triosteifolia flower is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayapanopsis triosteifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated through division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Ayapanopsis triosteifolia

Ayapanopsis triosteifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Ayapanopsis triosteifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayapanopsis triosteifolia?

Ayapanopsis triosteifolia

What are the common names of Ayapanopsis triosteifolia?

Tropical Milkweed, Tropical Spider Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Ayapanopsis triosteifolia?

Tropical and subtropical forests, scrublands, and wetlands

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-35006: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.