Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedunculata
ID:
189349

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya3: 28 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188678



Common Names

  • Zornia pedunculata
  • Pedunculata Zornia
  • Zornia Pedunculata


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Description

Zornia pedunculata (also called common crowfoot, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has a prostrate habit and its leaves are divided into 3-7 leaflets. It has small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zornia pedunculata 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 pedunculata 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 pedunculata

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

Zornia pedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia pedunculata?

Zornia pedunculata

What is the common name of Zornia pedunculata?

Long-stalked Zornia

Where does Zornia pedunculata 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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:937926-1: Based on the initial data import