Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eperuetorum
ID:
1251419

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sandwith) Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
tro

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(2): 83 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250757



Common Names

  • Zygia
  • Eperuetorum Zygia
  • Eperuetor Zygia


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Description

Zygia eperuetorum (also called Eperuet's Zygia, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Zygia eperuetorum is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygia eperuetorum has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygia eperuetorum is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Zygia eperuetorum

Zygia eperuetorum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Peru.

Zygia eperuetorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygia eperuetorum?

Zygia eperuetorum

What is the common name of Zygia eperuetorum?

Eperuet's Zygia

What is the natural habitat of Zygia eperuetorum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Zygia genus

Zygia peckii, Zygia longifolia, Zygia latifolia, Zygia cauliflora, Zygia cognata, Zygia conzattii, Zygia andaquiensis, Zygia bifoliola, Zygia brenesii, Zygia cataractae, Zygia coccinea, Zygia cupirensis, Zygia englesingii, Zygia hernandezii, Zygia juruana, Zygia macbridei, Zygia megistocarpa, Zygia palmana, Zygia paucijugata, Zygia picramnioides, Zygia selloi, Zygia trunciflora, Zygia confusa, Zygia guinetii, Zygia obolingoides, Zygia odoratissima, Zygia vasquezii, Zygia dissitiflora, Zygia heteroneura, Zygia multipunctata, Zygia bangii, Zygia rubiginosa, Zygia macbridii, Zygia inaequalis, Zygia rhytidocarpa, Zygia morongii, Zygia ampla, Zygia turneri, Zygia garcia-barrigae, Zygia biblora, Zygia unifoliolata, Zygia pithecolobioides, Zygia codonocalyx, Zygia biflora, Zygia engelsingii, Zygia nubigena, Zygia lehmannii, Zygia pilosula, Zygia basijuga, Zygia cuspidata,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.