Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanocarpa
ID:
1305218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fort.-Perez

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.41: 299 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317672



Common Names

  • Zornia melanocarpa
  • Melanocarpa Zornia
  • Melanocarpa Star Orchid


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Description

Zornia melanocarpa (also called Melanocarpa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It typically grows in dry forests and woodlands, as well as in disturbed areas. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate, with a pointed tip and entire margins.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia melanocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zornia melanocarpa is a yellow-orange color with a tubular shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single seed leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia melanocarpa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Zornia melanocarpa

Zornia melanocarpa is found in Brazil.

Zornia melanocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia melanocarpa?

Zornia melanocarpa

What is the common name of Zornia melanocarpa?

Black-fruited Zornia

What is the natural habitat of Zornia melanocarpa?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

Ana Paula Fortuna-Perez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fort.-Perez' in the authors string.