Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Species:
coccineum
ID:
430370

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 386 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429702



Common Names

  • Coccineum Zygophyllum
  • Coccineum Creeping Caltrop
  • Coccineum Chinese Boxthorn


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Synonyms

  • Zygophyllum berenicense (Muschl.) Hadidi [unknown]
  • Zygophyllum desertorum Forssk. [unknown]
  • Tetraena coccinea (L.) Beier & Thulin [unknown]

Description

Zygophyllum coccineum (also called Scarlet Zygophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zygophyllaceae. It is native to the Middle East. It grows in dry, sandy soils in scrubby flatwoods and sandhills.

Uses & Benefits

Zygophyllum coccineum is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a flavoring agent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zygophyllum coccineum are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygophyllum coccineum is a slow-growing, clumping cycad that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers a sunny location with well-draining soil and regular watering. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Zygophyllum coccineum

Zygophyllum coccineum is a species of flowering plant in the family Zygophyllaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Zygophyllum coccineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum coccineum?

Zygophyllum coccineum

What is the common name of Zygophyllum coccineum?

Scarlet Zygophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Zygophyllum coccineum?

It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins

Species in the Zygophyllum genus

Species in the Zygophyllaceae family

Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,