Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unifoliolata
ID:
194797

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Pittier

Source:
ildis

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
H.F.Pittier & al., Cat. Fl. Venez.1: 359 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194126



Common Names

  • Unifoliolata Zygia
  • Zygia Tree
  • Unifoliolata


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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium unifoliolatum Benth. [valid]
  • Pithecolobium unifoliolatum Benth. [unknown]
  • Feuilleea unifoliolata (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Zygia unifoliolata (also called Unifoliolate Zygia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Zygia unifoliolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygia unifoliolata has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygia unifoliolata is a tropical shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Zygia unifoliolata

Zygia unifoliolata can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America.

Zygia unifoliolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygia unifoliolata?

Zygia unifoliolata

What are the common names of Zygia unifoliolata?

Unifoliolate Zygia, Unifoliolate Zygia Tree

What is the natural habitat of Zygia unifoliolata?

It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.