Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guanipensis
ID:
172066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat.6: 194 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171395



Common Names

  • Guanipa Zornia
  • Guanipa Grass
  • Guanipa Rush


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Synonyms

  • Zornia marajoara Huber [invalid]
  • Zornia tenuifolia latifolia Benth. [valid]

Description

Zornia guanipensis (also called Guanipa Zornia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical dry forests. It has pinnate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia guanipensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zornia guanipensis is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black bean. The seedlings are small, thin, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia guanipensis is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted to a sunny location and given plenty of water. The plant should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Zornia guanipensis

Zornia guanipensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Zornia guanipensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia guanipensis?

Zornia guanipensis

What is the common name of Zornia guanipensis?

Guanipa zornia

What is the natural habitat of Zornia guanipensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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