Wingstem Ayenia
Ayenia ardua
- Native to:
- Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Mexico, Puerto Rico, United States, Virgin Islands
GBIF: MBG
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Malvaceae
- Genus:
- Ayenia
- Species:
- Ayenia ardua
- USDA Symbol:
- AYAR
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub , Subshrub
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- adapted to arid desert conditions