Ayenia cordifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sessé ex DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 488 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557540
Common Names
- Ayenia Cordifolia
- Heartleaf Ayenia
- Heartleaf Horsemint
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ayenia cordifolia (also called Heart-leaved 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 cordifolia is used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ayenia cordifolia 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ayenia cordifolia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Ayenia cordifolia
Ayenia cordifolia is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Ayenia cordifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ayenia cordifolia?
Ayenia cordifolia
What is the family of Ayenia cordifolia?
Malvaceae
Where is Ayenia cordifolia found?
Mexico
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2666882: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.