Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melleri
ID:
1410983

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.261805556. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423448



Common Names

  • Ayenia
  • Melleri
  • Meller's Ayenia


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Description

Ayenia melleri (also called Meller's Ayenia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has an upright habit and grows to a height of up to 2m. Its leaves are dark green and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ayenia melleri is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ayenia melleri 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 melleri 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 melleri

Ayenia melleri can be found in the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Hispaniola, and Jamaica.

Ayenia melleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayenia melleri?

Ayenia melleri

What is the common name of Ayenia melleri?

Meller's ayenia

What is the natural habitat of Ayenia melleri?

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' 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.