Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incallida
ID:
558229

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cristóbal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Opera Lilloana 4: 162 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557561



Common Names

  • Ayenia Incallida
  • Soft Ayenia
  • Soft Horsemint


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Description

Ayenia incallida (also called Soft 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 soft, glossy dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ayenia incallida is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ayenia incallida 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayenia incallida 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 incallida

Ayenia incallida can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Ayenia incallida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayenia incallida?

Ayenia incallida

What type of plant is Ayenia incallida?

Shrub

Where is Ayenia incallida native to?

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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