Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
175033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brongn.) Vogel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Linnaea11: 166 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174362

Common Names

  • Ilicifolia Zollernia
  • Zollernia Ilicifolia
  • Holly-leaved Zollernia

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Synonyms

  • Zollernia latifolia Benth. [valid]
  • Coquebertia ilicifolia Brongn. [valid]
  • Zollernia houlletiana Tul. [valid]
  • Zollernia securidacifolia Benth. [valid]
  • Zollernia vogelii Tul. [valid]
  • Zollernia ilicifolia (Brongn.) Tul. [deprecated]
  • Zollernia ilicifolia clausseniana Tul. [unknown]
  • Zollernia ilicifolia erostris Tul. [unknown]

Description

Zollernia ilicifolia (also called holly-leaved zollernia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America and typically grows in tropical forests. It has a straight trunk and pinnate leaves with one to four pairs of leaflets. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Zollernia ilicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has been used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zollernia ilicifolia are white and tubular in shape, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zollernia ilicifolia is a hardy, deciduous tree native to South America. It is a member of the legume family and can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Zollernia ilicifolia

Zollernia ilicifolia is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Zollernia ilicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zollernia ilicifolia?

Zollernia ilicifolia

What is the common name of Zollernia ilicifolia?

Holly-Leaved Zollernia

What is the habitat of Zollernia ilicifolia?

It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Julius Rudolph Theodor Vogel (1812-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogel' in the authors string.