Ayenia peninsularis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brandegee
Source:
cmp
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 6: 368 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557597
Common Names
- Ayenia peninsularis
- Peninsular Ayenia
- Peninsular False-Mint
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ayenia peninsularis (also called peninsular 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 peninsularis 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 peninsularis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ayenia peninsularis is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil.
Where to Find Ayenia peninsularis
Ayenia peninsularis can be found in the dry forests of Mexico.
Ayenia peninsularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ayenia peninsularis?
Ayenia peninsularis
What type of plant is Ayenia peninsularis?
It is a shrub
Where is Ayenia peninsularis native to?
It is native to South America
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2666935: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.