Zygophyllum cuspidatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuspidatum
ID:
430297
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boriss.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 14: 726 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429629
Common Names
- Zygophyllum cuspidatum
- Cuspidatum Zygophyllum
- Cuspidatum Caltrop
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zygophyllum cuspidatum (also called Cuspid Zygophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zygophyllaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with small yellow flowers and cuspidate leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Zygophyllum cuspidatum is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Zygophyllum cuspidatum are small and yellow. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zygophyllum cuspidatum is a species of flowering plant in the family Zygophyllaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, from India and Sri Lanka east to China and Indonesia. It is a perennial herbaceous plant growing to 1 m tall. The leaves are lanceolate, up to 25 cm long. The flowers are white, borne in a spike up to 30 cm long.
Where to Find Zygophyllum cuspidatum
Zygophyllum cuspidatum 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 cuspidatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum cuspidatum?
Zygophyllum cuspidatum
What is the common name of Zygophyllum cuspidatum?
Cuspidate Zygophyllum
Where is Zygophyllum cuspidatum found?
Zygophyllum cuspidatum is found in China and Vietnam.
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,
References
Antonina Borissova (b.1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boriss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:873536-1: Based on the initial data import