Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrightii
ID:
558299

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 16: 340 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557631



Common Names

  • Ayenia wrightii
  • Wrightii Ayenia
  • Wrightii's Ayenia


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Synonyms

  • Ayenia manzanilloana Rose [unknown]

Description

Ayenia wrightii (also called Wright's Ayenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in dry and wet forests. It is found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Uses & Benefits

Ayenia wrightii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ayenia wrightii has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a deep green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ayenia wrightii is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet tall. 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 rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ayenia wrightii

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

Ayenia wrightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ayenia wrightii?

Ayenia wrightii

What is the common name of Ayenia wrightii?

Wright's Ayenia

What is the family of Ayenia wrightii?

Malvaceae

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,

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