Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aspera
ID:
1250132

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hassl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 7: 367 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249470

Common Names

  • Aspera Pavonia
  • Pavonia aspera
  • Aspera

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Description

Pavonia aspera (also called Aspera Pavonia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is typically found in open woods, scrublands and savannas. Its flowers are white and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate.

Uses & Benefits

Pavonia aspera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pavonia aspera is a white or pinkish-white, 5-petalled, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavonia aspera is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It should be pruned regularly to encourage bushy growth.

Where to Find Pavonia aspera

Pavonia aspera is native to Mexico and Central America.

Pavonia aspera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavonia aspera?

Pavonia aspera

What are the common names of Pavonia aspera?

Rough Pavonia, Hairy Pavonia

What is the natural habitat of Pavonia aspera?

Pavonia aspera is native to South America, specifically Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Species in the Pavonia genus

Pavonia castaneifolia, Pavonia rotundifolia, Pavonia sepioides, Pavonia sepium, Pavonia serrata, Pavonia sidifolia, Pavonia somalensis, Pavonia schiedeana, Pavonia schimperiana, Pavonia senegalensis, Pavonia schweinfurthii, Pavonia semiserrata, Pavonia papilionacea, Pavonia paucibracteata, Pavonia penduliflora, Pavonia paniculata, Pavonia paludicola, Pavonia peruviana, Pavonia propinqua, Pavonia purpusii, Pavonia pleuranthera, Pavonia pirottae, Pavonia procumbens, Pavonia zeylanica, Pavonia stolzii, Pavonia triloba, Pavonia steudneri, Pavonia urens, Pavonia fonsecana, Pavonia falconensis, Pavonia firmiflora, Pavonia friisii, Pavonia dasypetala, Pavonia fruticosa, Pavonia gossweileri, Pavonia geminiflora, Pavonia fryxelliana, Pavonia fryxellii, Pavonia gallaensis, Pavonia brevibracteolata, Pavonia burchellii, Pavonia calycina, Pavonia cancellata, Pavonia candida, Pavonia baumliana, Pavonia blepharicarpa, Pavonia cristata, Pavonia cochensis, Pavonia columella, Pavonia malacophylla,

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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