Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corylifolia
ID:
1410974

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humb. & Bonpl. ex Roem. & Schult.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.260416667. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423439



Common Names

  • Ayenia
  • Corylifolia
  • Holly-Leaf Ayenia


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Description

Ayenia corylifolia (also called Cory's Ayenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Sonoran Desert of Arizona and Mexico. It has small, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Ayenia corylifolia is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ayenia corylifolia has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayenia corylifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Both methods of propagation should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Ayenia corylifolia

Ayenia corylifolia is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist, shaded areas such as forests and riverbanks.

Ayenia corylifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayenia corylifolia?

Ayenia corylifolia

What is the common name of Ayenia corylifolia?

Hazel-leaf ayenia

What is the natural habitat of Ayenia corylifolia?

It is found in dry bushland, wooded grassland, and open woodland in eastern and southern Africa.

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

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.