Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maritima
ID:
189346

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.T.Reynolds & A.E.Holland

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya3: 23 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188675



Common Names

  • Zornia maritima
  • Maritima Zornia
  • Zornia Maritima


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Description

Zornia maritima (also called 'Maritime Zornia' and 'Maritime Pea', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia maritima is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zornia maritima is yellow and pea-shaped. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are short and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia maritima is a small shrub native to Australia. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. The seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to speed up germination.

Where to Find Zornia maritima

Zornia maritima is native to New South Wales and Victoria. It can be found in open woodlands and along creek beds.

Zornia maritima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia maritima?

Zornia maritima

What is the common name of Zornia maritima?

Coastal Zornia

Where does Zornia maritima grow?

It is found in south-eastern Australia

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.
Sally T. Reynolds (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Reynolds' in the authors string.