Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
rollinsii
ID:
1325755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Al-Shehbaz & Martic.) Salariato & Al-Shehbaz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taxon 62: 1230 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338209



Common Names

  • Aimara rollinsii
  • Rollins' Aimara
  • Rollins' Tree Fern


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Description

Aimara rollinsii (also called Rollins' Aimara, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas. It has long, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aimara rollinsii is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aimara rollinsii has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aimara rollinsii is a perennial herb that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Aimara rollinsii

Aimara rollinsii is native to the tropical forests of Bolivia.

Aimara rollinsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aimara rollinsii?

Aimara rollinsii

What is the common name of Aimara rollinsii?

Rollins' Aimara

What is the natural habitat of Aimara rollinsii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Aimara genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

Clodomiro Fidel Segundo Marticorena (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martic.' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.
Diego L. Salariato: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salariato' in the authors string.