Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sidifolia
ID:
558284

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) Hemsl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 1: 135 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557616



Common Names

  • Ayenia sidifolia
  • Sideleaf Ayenia
  • Sideleaf False-Mint


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Synonyms

  • Ayenia mexicana Turcz. [unknown]
  • Ayenia nelsonii Rose [unknown]
  • Cybiostigma sidifolium Turcz. [unknown]

Description

Ayenia sidifolia (also called side-fruited ayenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ayenia sidifolia is used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ayenia sidifolia is a white to pale pink, five-petaled flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small and thin with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayenia sidifolia is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 feet tall. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ayenia sidifolia

Ayenia sidifolia is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Ayenia sidifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayenia sidifolia?

Ayenia sidifolia

What is the common name of Ayenia sidifolia?

Sidifolia ayenia

What is the natural habitat of Ayenia sidifolia?

Tropical forests of 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

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:822218-1: Based on the initial data import