Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
177293

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
A.Rees, Cycl.39: n.° 4 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000176622



Common Names

  • Zornia latifolia
  • Zornia
  • Hierba de la luna


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Synonyms

  • Zornia latifolia bernardinensis (Chodat & Hassl.) Mohlenbr. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla bernardinensis Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Zornia maranhamensis G.Don [valid]
  • Zornia gemella Vogel [valid]
  • Hedysarum gemellum Willd. ex Vogel [invalid]
  • Zornia latifolia latifolia [unknown]
  • Zornia surinamensis Miq. [valid]
  • Zornia gracilis DC. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla gracilis (DC.) Malme [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla gracilis (DC.) Benth. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla gracilis Micheli [illegitimate]

Description

Zornia latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Zornia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It grows in open fields and along roadsides, usually in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zornia latifolia has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters of up to five. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia latifolia is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a nursery bed in the spring. The seedlings should be transplanted to the field when they are about 15 cm tall.

Where to Find Zornia latifolia

Zornia latifolia is native to Central and South America. It can be found in wet, tropical forests and along riverbanks.

Zornia latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia latifolia?

Zornia latifolia

What is the common name of Zornia latifolia?

Broad-leaved Zornia

What is the natural habitat of Zornia latifolia?

Tropical forests

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