Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diphylla
ID:
204946

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Pers.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl.2: 318 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204275

Common Names

  • Zornia Diphylla
  • Diphylla Zornia
  • Zornia

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Synonyms

  • Zornia nuda Vogel [valid]
  • Hedysarum conjugatum Willd. [valid]
  • Hedysarum diphyllum L. [valid]
  • Zornia conjugata Sm. [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla conjugata (Willd.) Domin [valid]
  • Zornia diphylla zeylonensis (Pers.) Mart. [valid]
  • Zornia zeylonensis Pers. [valid]
  • Zornia venusta Wall. ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Zornia ceylanica Heynh. [valid]
  • Zornia glabella Span. [valid]
  • Smithia bigeminata Blanco [illegitimate]
  • Lupinus angustifolius Blanco [illegitimate]

Description

Zornia diphylla (also called Two-Leaf Zornia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a short stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry areas, especially in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia diphylla is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zornia diphylla has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia diphylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Zornia diphylla

Zornia diphylla is native to India and can be found in the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.

Zornia diphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia diphylla?

Zornia diphylla

What is the common name of Zornia diphylla?

Two-leaved Zornia

What is the natural habitat of Zornia diphylla?

Dry deciduous forests of India

Species in the Zornia genus

Zornia cearensis, Zornia contorta, Zornia cryptantha, Zornia curvata, Zornia filifoliola, Zornia fimbriata, Zornia glaziovii, Zornia harmsiana, Zornia hebecarpa, Zornia herbacea, Zornia lasiocarpa, Zornia megistocarpa, Zornia orbiculata, Zornia pardina, Zornia piurensis, Zornia reticulata, Zornia sericea, Zornia sinaloensis, Zornia thymifolia, Zornia trachycarpa, Zornia ulei, Zornia venosa, Zornia guanipensis, Zornia bracteata, Zornia brasiliensis, Zornia echinocarpa, Zornia flemmingioides, Zornia gardneriana, Zornia glabra, Zornia microphylla, Zornia myriadena, Zornia tenuifolia, Zornia virgata, Zornia burkartii, Zornia multinervosa, Zornia albolutescens, Zornia apiculata, Zornia brevipes, Zornia capensis, Zornia durumuensis, Zornia glochidiata, Zornia latifolia, Zornia linearis, Zornia milneana, Zornia pratensis, Zornia punctatissima, Zornia reptans, Zornia setosa, Zornia songeensis, Zornia leptophylla,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.