Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muriculata
ID:
206192

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mohlenbr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Webbia16: 75 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205521



Common Names

  • Zornia muriculata
  • Muriculated Zornia
  • Muriculate Zornia


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Description

Zornia muriculata (also called Muricate Zornia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, where it is found in Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. It typically grows in wet, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia muriculata is used as a medicinal plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Zornia muriculata sub. muriculata
Zornia muriculata sub. angustata S.T.Reynolds & A.E.Holland

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zornia muriculata is a yellow-orange color with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia muriculata is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Zornia muriculata

Zornia muriculata is native to India and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.

Zornia muriculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia muriculata?

Zornia muriculata

What is the family of Zornia muriculata?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Zornia muriculata?

Rough-spiked Zornia

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