Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aemulata
ID:
558194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cristóbal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Opera Lilloana 4: 119 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557526



Common Names

  • Ayenia Aemulata
  • Wild Sage
  • Blue Sage


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Description

Ayenia aemulata (also called Emulated Ayenia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Americas. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 1.5 m tall. It grows in open woodland, grassland and heathland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ayenia aemulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak and shelterbelt plant. It is also used as a source of firewood and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ayenia aemulata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayenia aemulata is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant cactus species that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a mature plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water it lightly. Place the cutting in a warm, sunny location and water it regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Ayenia aemulata

Ayenia aemulata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Ayenia aemulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayenia aemulata?

Ayenia aemulata

What is the family of Ayenia aemulata?

Malvaceae

Where is Ayenia aemulata found?

Southwestern United States

Species in the Ayenia genus

Ayenia abutilifolia, Ayenia acalyphifolia, Ayenia acuminata, Ayenia aemulata, Ayenia aliculata, Ayenia angustifolia, Ayenia aprica, Ayenia ardua, Ayenia berlandieri, Ayenia blanchetiana, Ayenia boliviana, Ayenia cajalbanensis, Ayenia compacta, Ayenia conciliata, Ayenia cordifolia, Ayenia cordobensis, Ayenia cuatrecasae, Ayenia cubensis, Ayenia dentata, Ayenia donatica, Ayenia eliae, Ayenia erecta, Ayenia euphrasifolia, Ayenia fasciculata, Ayenia filiformis, Ayenia fruticosa, Ayenia glabra, Ayenia glabrescens, Ayenia hirta, Ayenia incallida, Ayenia insulicola, Ayenia jaliscana, Ayenia jussieui, Ayenia juzepczukii, Ayenia klugii, Ayenia krapovickasii, Ayenia laevigata, Ayenia latifolia, Ayenia limitaris, Ayenia lingulata, Ayenia luyensis, Ayenia magna, Ayenia mansfeldiana, Ayenia mastatalensis, Ayenia micrantha, Ayenia microphylla, Ayenia mirandae, Ayenia nervosa, Ayenia noblickii, Ayenia nummularia,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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