Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reticulata
ID:
169316

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
A.Rees, Cycl.39: n.° 2 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168645



Common Names

  • Zornia reticulata
  • Netted Zornia
  • Reticulate Zornia


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Synonyms

  • Zornia echinata Mohlenbr. [valid]
  • Zornia havanensis A.Rich. [valid]
  • Zornia inermis Desv. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla paraguariensis Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla rupestris Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla stricta Benth. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla cuyabensis Malme [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla subperforata Malme [valid]
  • Zornia reticulata punctata Vogel [valid]
  • Zornia barbata Desv. [valid]
  • Zornia ovata Vogel [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla reticulata (Sm.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Zornia diphylla pubescens (Kunth) Benth. [valid]
  • Zornia pubescens Kunth [unknown]
  • Zornia diphylla sensu Pers., p.p. [deprecated]
  • Zornia subperforata Malme [valid]
  • Zornia cuyabensis Malme [valid]
  • Hedysarum bifolium Vell. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla ciliata Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla diversifolia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla intermedia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla reticulata (Sm.) Malme [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla stenophylla Griseb. [unknown]
  • Zornia reticulata puberula DC. [unknown]
  • Zornia diphylla elatior Micheli [illegitimate]

Description

Zornia reticulata (also called Reticulate zornia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia reticulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of fuelwood and charcoal. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock, and the plant is used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zornia reticulata is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings of Zornia reticulata are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia reticulata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a rooting medium such as perlite or sand. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until roots form.

Where to Find Zornia reticulata

Zornia reticulata is native to Central and South America and can be found in wetland areas.

Zornia reticulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia reticulata?

Zornia reticulata

What is the family of Zornia reticulata?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Zornia reticulata?

Netted 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