Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
media
ID:
185585

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Martens & Galeotti) H.M.Hern.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.73: 757 (1986 publ. 1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184914



Common Names

  • Zapoteca Media
  • Medium Zapotec
  • Media Zapotec


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Synonyms

  • Calliandra angelica Benth. [valid]
  • Calliandra media (M.Martens & Galeotti) Standl. [valid]
  • Calliandra oaxacana Rose [valid]
  • Acacia media M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Calliandra coulteri S.Watson [valid]
  • Anneslia media (M.Martens & Galeotti) Britton [deprecated]
  • Anneslia coulteri (S.Watson) Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Anneslia oaxacana (Rose) Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Feuilleea angelica (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Anneslia media (M.Martens & Galeotti) Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Zapoteca media (also called Medium Zapotec, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has dark green, pinnate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, often in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Zapoteca media is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zapoteca media has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zapoteca media is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but not over-watered. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Zapoteca media

Zapoteca media can be found in Central America.

Zapoteca media FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zapoteca media?

Zapoteca media

What is the common name of Zapoteca media?

Media

What is the natural habitat of Zapoteca media?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Martin Martens (1797-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Martens' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.
Héctor Manuel Hernández (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.M.Hern.' in the authors string.