Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ivorensis
ID:
1411009

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.Hallé) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.261111111. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423474



Common Names

  • Ayenia ivorensis
  • Ivory Coast Ayenia
  • Ivory Coast Bristly Ayenia


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Description

Ayenia ivorensis (also called Ivory Coast Ayenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to West Africa, and is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in disturbed habitats. It has elliptic-oblong leaves that are up to 8 cm long and 4 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Ayenia ivorensis 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

The flower of Ayenia ivorensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayenia ivorensis is a shrub native to West Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall and planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ayenia ivorensis

Ayenia ivorensis is native to Ivory Coast and can be found in the regions of Abidjan, Bas-Sassandra, and Dix-Huit Montagnes.

Ayenia ivorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayenia ivorensis?

Ayenia ivorensis

What is the common name of Ayenia ivorensis?

Ivory Ayenia

What is the natural habitat of Ayenia ivorensis?

Dry forests and scrublands

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.