Ayenia humbertiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Arènes) Christenh. & Byng
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.261111111. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423528
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ayenia humbertiana (also called Humbert's Ayenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and dry scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Ayenia humbertiana is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ayenia humbertiana has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ayenia humbertiana 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 humbertiana
Ayenia humbertiana is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist, shaded areas such as forests and riverbanks.
Ayenia humbertiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ayenia humbertiana?
Ayenia humbertiana
What is the common name of Ayenia humbertiana?
Ayenia
What is the natural habitat of Ayenia humbertiana?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77184181-1: Based on the initial data import