Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muelleriana
ID:
188403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mohlenbr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Webbia16: 131 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187732



Common Names

  • Zornia muelleriana
  • Zornia muelleriana
  • Zornia muelleriana


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Description

Zornia muelleriana (also called Mueller's Zornia, among many other common names) is an erect, annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to tropical Africa, found in open woodlands and grasslands. Its leaves are pinnately compound, with 3-7 leaflets. The flowers are white and fragrant, and the fruits are small, black and hairy.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia muelleriana is a shrub native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Zornia muelleriana sub. muelleriana
Zornia muelleriana sub. congesta S.T.Reynolds & A.E.Holland

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Zornia muelleriana has small, yellow flowers with a red centre. Seed: The seed of Zornia muelleriana is small, dark brown and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings of Zornia muelleriana are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia muelleriana is a shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Zornia muelleriana

Zornia muelleriana is native to Australia, and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Zornia muelleriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia muelleriana?

Zornia muelleriana

What is the common name of Zornia muelleriana?

Muelleriana

Where is Zornia muelleriana native to?

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