Zygophyllum hamiense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hamiense
ID:
430313
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schweinf.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 5(App. 2): 277 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429645
Common Names
- Zygophyllum hamiense
- Hamiense Zygophyllum
- Hamiense Caltrop
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- Tetraena hamiensis (Schweinf.) Beier & Thulin [unknown]
Description
Zygophyllum hamiense (also called Hami 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 lanceolate leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Zygophyllum hamiense 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 hamiense 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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Zygophyllum hamiense is a small shrub, growing to a height of 1 m. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained, sandy mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, shaded area until they have rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be planted in the garden.
Where to Find Zygophyllum hamiense
Zygophyllum hamiense 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 hamiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum hamiense?
Zygophyllum hamiense
What is the common name of Zygophyllum hamiense?
Ham's Zygophyllum
Where is Zygophyllum hamiense found?
Zygophyllum hamiense 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
Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:873581-1: Based on the initial data import