Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.A.C.Weber) Backeb.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Kaktus-ABC: 274. 1936.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557641
Common Names
- Aylostera deminuta
- Deminuta Aylostera
- Deminuta's Aylostera
Description
Aylostera deminuta (also called Dwarf Aylostera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 2 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
Aylostera deminuta 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
Aylostera deminuta has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a deep green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aylostera deminuta 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 Aylostera deminuta
Aylostera deminuta is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Aylostera deminuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aylostera deminuta?
Aylostera deminuta
What is the common name of Aylostera deminuta?
Deminute Aylostera
What is the family of Aylostera deminuta?
Malvaceae
Species in the Aylostera genus
Species in the Cactaceae family
Acanthocalycium glaucum,
Acanthocalycium spiniflorum,
Acanthocalycium thionanthum,
Acanthocalycium leucanthum,
Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum,
Acanthocalycium klimpelianum,
Acanthocereus chiapensis,
Acanthocereus tetragonus,
Acanthocereus guatemalensis,
Acanthocereus maculatus,
Acanthocereus canoensis,
Acanthocereus castellae,
Acanthocereus cuixmalensis,
Acanthocereus fosterianus,
Acanthocereus haackeanus,
Acanthocereus hesperius,
Acanthocereus hirschtianus,
Acanthocereus macdougallii,
Acanthocereus oaxacensis,
Acanthocereus paradoxus,
Acanthocereus rosei,
Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus,
Acanthocereus atropurpureus,
Acharagma aguirreanum,
Acharagma roseanum,
Airampoa albisaetacens,
Airampoa armata,
Airampoa ayrampo,
Airampoa boliviensis,
Airampoa cedergreniana,
Airampoa chilensis,
Airampoa corrugata,
Airampoa erectoclada,
Airampoa ianthinantha,
Airampoa microdisca,
Airampoa minuscula,
Airampoa orurensis,
Airampoa panellana,
Airampoa picardoi,
Airampoa silvestris,
Airampoa tilcarensis,
Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis,
Aporocactus flagelliformis,
Aporocactus martianus,
Aporocactus moennighoffii,
Aporocactus knebelii,
Aporoheliocereus smithianus,
Ariocarpus agavoides,
Ariocarpus bravoanus,
Ariocarpus drabi,
References
Ritz, C.M., Fickenscher, K., Föller, J., Herrmann, K., Mecklenburg, R. & Wahl, R. 2016: Molecular phylogenetic relationships of the Andean genus Aylostera Speg. (Cactaceae, Trichocereeae), a new classification and a morphological identification key. Plant: