Status:
valid
Authors:
Kurz
Source:
ksu
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 41: 303 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429319
Common Names
- Zollingeria macrocarpa
- Macrocarpa Zollingeria
- Zollingeria Zollingeria
Description
Zollingeria macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited 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 Central Asia, and is found in dry forests, scrub and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Zollingeria macrocarpa is a shrub that is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zollingeria macrocarpa has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zollingeria macrocarpa 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 macrocarpa
Zollingeria macrocarpa can be found in India.
Zollingeria macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zollingeria macrocarpa?
Zollingeria macrocarpa
What is the common name of Zollingeria macrocarpa?
Large-fruited Zollingeria
What is the natural habitat of Zollingeria macrocarpa?
Grasslands of India and Nepal
Species in the Zollingeria genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family