Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vargasii
ID:
1411051

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cristóbal) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.2625. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423516



Common Names

  • Ayenia
  • Vargasii
  • Vargas' Ayenia


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Description

Ayenia vargasii (also called Vargas' Ayenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m in height. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and moist savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ayenia vargasii is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ayenia vargasii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayenia vargasii is a perennial shrub that is native to the southwestern United States. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun 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 planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ayenia vargasii

Ayenia vargasii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Ayenia vargasii FAQ

What is the common name of Ayenia vargasii?

Vargas's Ayenia

What is the natural range of Ayenia vargasii?

It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

What is the habitat of Ayenia vargasii?

It grows in desert scrub, chaparral, and other dry habitats.

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.
Carmen Lelia Cristóbal (1932-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cristóbal' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.