Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabra
ID:
1411007

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.261805556. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423472



Common Names

  • Ayenia scabra
  • Scabrous Ayenia
  • Scabrous Bristly Ayenia


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Description

Ayenia scabra (also called Rough Ayenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, 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, and are covered in hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Ayenia scabra 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 scabra 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 scabra is a shrub native to South 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 scabra

Ayenia scabra is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Ayenia scabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayenia scabra?

Ayenia scabra

What is the common name of Ayenia scabra?

Rough Ayenia

What is the natural habitat of Ayenia scabra?

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' 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.