Ayenia erecta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart. ex K.Schum.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 12(3): 103. 1886 [1 Mar 1886]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557551
Common Names
- Ayenia Erecta
- Upright Ayenia
- Upright Horsemint
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ayenia erecta (also called Upright Ayenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family, Polygonaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in dry, sandy soils in open areas. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to 1 m tall and wide, with glossy dark green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ayenia erecta 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 erecta is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ayenia erecta is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, tropical forests. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.
Where to Find Ayenia erecta
Ayenia erecta is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Ayenia erecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ayenia erecta?
Ayenia erecta
What is the family of Ayenia erecta?
Malvaceae
Where is Ayenia erecta 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-2666892: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.