Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 13: 71 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429321
Common Names
- Zollingeria laotica
- Laotica Zollingeria
- Zollingeria Zollingeria
Description
Zollingeria laotica (also called Laotian Zollingeria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zygophyllaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with pinnate leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in dry forests, scrub and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Zollingeria laotica is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a spice in some dishes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zollingeria laotica has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zollingeria laotica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Zollingeria laotica
Zollingeria laotica can be found in Laos.
Zollingeria laotica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zollingeria laotica?
Zollingeria laotica
What is the common name of Zollingeria laotica?
Lao Zollingeria
What is the natural habitat of Zollingeria laotica?
Forests of Laos
Species in the Zollingeria genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family