Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paraensis
ID:
169295

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huber

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Goeldi Hist. Nat. Ethnogr.6: 81 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168624

Common Names

  • Zollernia paraensis
  • Para Zollernia
  • Para Spurge

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Synonyms

  • Zollernia ulei Harms [valid]

Description

Zollernia paraensis (also called Para zollernia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Zollernia paraensis is used as a source of firewood and charcoal, and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zollernia paraensis has small yellow flowers with four petals and a long curved pistil. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zollernia paraensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Zollernia paraensis

Zollernia paraensis is native to the Amazon rainforest of Brazil. It can be found in the states of Pará and Amazonas.

Zollernia paraensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zollernia paraensis?

Zollernia paraensis

What is the family of Zollernia paraensis?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Zollernia paraensis?

Para Zollernia

Species in the Fabaceae family