Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubiginosa
ID:
194735

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Rico & Q.Jiménez

Source:
ildis

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.49: 547 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194064



Common Names

  • Rubiginosa bush
  • Rubiginosa plant
  • Rubiginosa herb


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Description

Zygia rubiginosa (also called Rusty-leaved Zygia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests and scrublands, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Zygia rubiginosa is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygia rubiginosa produces small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygia rubiginosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Zygia rubiginosa

Zygia rubiginosa can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Zygia rubiginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygia rubiginosa?

Zygia rubiginosa

What is the common name of Zygia rubiginosa?

Rusty Zygia

What is the family of Zygia rubiginosa?

Fabaceae

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

Maria de Lourdes Rico (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Rico' in the authors string.
Quírico Jiménez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.Jiménez' in the authors string.