Zornia macdonaldii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.E.Holland
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya8: 159 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750313
Common Names
- Zornia Macdonaldii
- Macdonald's Zornia
- Macdonald's Sandmat
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zornia macdonaldii (also called 'Macdonald's Zornia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has yellow flowers and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Zornia macdonaldii is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Zornia macdonaldii are small and yellow, with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, black, and oblong. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zornia macdonaldii is an annual herb that can be grown from seed. It prefers moist soils and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soils.
Where to Find Zornia macdonaldii
Zornia macdonaldii is native to Australia and can be found in the northern and western regions of the country.
Zornia macdonaldii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zornia macdonaldii?
Zornia macdonaldii
What is the common name of Zornia macdonaldii?
MacDonald's zornia
What is the natural habitat of Zornia macdonaldii?
Grassy slopes and meadows
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
Ailsa E. Holland: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.Holland' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77109950-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Zornia macdonaldii A.E.Holland: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.