Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zygantha
ID:
213601

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maire & Wilczek

Source:
ildis

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N.26: 128 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212930



Common Names

  • Zygantha Restharrow
  • Ononis zygantha
  • Zygantha Ononis


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Description

Ononis zygantha (also called Zygantha Restharrow, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It grows in sunny, dry locations, such as rocky hillsides, dry meadows, and coastal dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Ononis zygantha is used as an ornamental plant, in landscaping, and for erosion control. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ononis zygantha has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ononis zygantha is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Ononis zygantha

Ononis zygantha can be found in dry, sunny places in Europe and North Africa.

Ononis zygantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ononis zygantha?

Ononis zygantha

What is the common name of Ononis zygantha?

Zigzag Restharrow

What is the natural habitat of Ononis zygantha?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

Species in the Ononis genus

Ononis arvensis, Ononis spinosa, Ononis broteriana, Ononis vaginalis, Ononis nuristanica, Ononis afghanica, Ononis alba, Ononis alopecuroides, Ononis antennata, Ononis aragonensis, Ononis atlantica, Ononis avellana, Ononis biflora, Ononis cephalantha, Ononis cintrana, Ononis cossoniana, Ononis crinita, Ononis cristata, Ononis diffusa, Ononis euphrasiifolia, Ononis filicaulis, Ononis fruticosa, Ononis hirta, Ononis hispida, Ononis incisa, Ononis jahandiezii, Ononis laxiflora, Ononis maweana, Ononis megalostachys, Ononis minutissima, Ononis mitissima, Ononis natrix, Ononis angustissima, Ononis ornithopodioides, Ononis pedicellaris, Ononis pendula, Ononis peyerimhoffii, Ononis pinnata, Ononis polyphylla, Ononis polysperma, Ononis pseudoserotina, Ononis pubescens, Ononis pusilla, Ononis reclinata, Ononis rosea, Ononis serotina, Ononis serrata, Ononis sicula, Ononis sieberi, Ononis speciosa,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Ernst Wilczek (1867-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilczek' in the authors string.