Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Species:
laeve
ID:
1410908

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.23125. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423373





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Description

Zygophyllum laeve (also called Laeve Zygophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Zygophyllaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and North Africa, and it grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zygophyllum laeve is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygophyllum laeve has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygophyllum laeve is an evergreen shrub that grows in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Zygophyllum laeve

Zygophyllum laeve is native to the Mediterranean region.

Zygophyllum laeve FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum laeve?

Zygophyllum laeve

What is the common name of Zygophyllum laeve?

Common name of Zygophyllum laeve is not known

Where is Zygophyllum laeve found?

Zygophyllum laeve is found in the Mediterranean region

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.