Zornia afranioi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vanni
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot.29: 207 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430047
Common Names
- Afranioi Palm
- False Afranioi Palm
- Pseudo Afranioi Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zornia afranioi (also called Afranioi Zornia, among many other common names) is a species of cycad in the family Zamiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a subterranean stem and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America, and is found in dry, rocky, sandy, and open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Zornia afranioi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zornia afranioi has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zornia afranioi is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-draining soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Zornia afranioi
Zornia afranioi is native to the tropical rainforests of Mexico and Central America.
Zornia afranioi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zornia afranioi?
Zornia afranioi
What is the common name of Zornia afranioi?
Afranio's Zornia
What is the natural habitat of Zornia afranioi?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Zornia genus
Zornia cearensis, Zornia contorta, Zornia cryptantha, Zornia curvata, Zornia filifoliola, Zornia fimbriata, Zornia glaziovii, Zornia harmsiana, Zornia hebecarpa, Zornia herbacea, Zornia lasiocarpa, Zornia megistocarpa, Zornia orbiculata, Zornia pardina, Zornia piurensis, Zornia reticulata, Zornia sericea, Zornia sinaloensis, Zornia thymifolia, Zornia trachycarpa, Zornia ulei, Zornia venosa, Zornia guanipensis, Zornia bracteata, Zornia brasiliensis, Zornia echinocarpa, Zornia flemmingioides, Zornia gardneriana, Zornia glabra, Zornia microphylla, Zornia myriadena, Zornia tenuifolia, Zornia virgata, Zornia burkartii, Zornia multinervosa, Zornia albolutescens, Zornia apiculata, Zornia brevipes, Zornia capensis, Zornia durumuensis, Zornia glochidiata, Zornia latifolia, Zornia linearis, Zornia milneana, Zornia pratensis, Zornia punctatissima, Zornia reptans, Zornia setosa, Zornia songeensis, Zornia leptophylla,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ricardo Oscar Vanni (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vanni' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:978047-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Zornia afranioi Vanni: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.