Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Species:
luntii
ID:
1410936

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.23125. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423401



Common Names

  • Luntii Zygophyllum
  • Lunt's Zygophyllum
  • Luntii-leaf Zygophyllum


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Description

Zygophyllum luntii (also called Lunt's Caltrop, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Middle East. It has small, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Zygophyllum luntii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygophyllum luntii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygophyllum luntii is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes place within two weeks.

Where to Find Zygophyllum luntii

Zygophyllum luntii is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of the Middle East.

Zygophyllum luntii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum luntii?

Zygophyllum luntii

What is the family of Zygophyllum luntii?

Zygophyllaceae

What is the natural habitat of Zygophyllum luntii?

Dry grasslands and rocky slopes

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.