Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decussata
ID:
746692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fort.-Perez, G.P.Lewis & A.M.G.Azevedo

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.64: 719 (2009 publ. 2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746025



Common Names

  • Zornia decussata
  • Cross-Leaved Zornia
  • Cross-Leaved Zornia


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Description

Zornia decussata (also called Decussate Zornia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous annual with a short rhizome. It is native to South America. It grows in grasslands, in meadows, and on the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia decussata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. The leaves can be used to make herbal teas and the flowers can be used as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zornia decussata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia decussata is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Division should be done in the spring and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Zornia decussata

Zornia decussata can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

Zornia decussata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia decussata?

Zornia decussata

What is the common name of Zornia decussata?

Zornia decussata

Where is Zornia decussata found?

Zornia decussata is found in Mexico

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

Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Ana Paula Fortuna-Perez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fort.-Perez' in the authors string.