Status:
valid
Authors:
Span.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Linnaea15: 192 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199900
Common Names
- Zornia gibbosa
- Gibbous Zornia
- Gibbous Bean
Synonyms
- Zornia cantoniensis Mohlenbr. [valid]
- Zornia angustifolia Sm. [valid]
- Zornia gibbosa cantoniensis (Mohlenbr.) H.Ohashi [valid]
- Zornia graminea Span. [valid]
- Zornia baliensis Mohlenbr. [unknown]
- Zornia augustifolia sensu auct. [deprecated]
- Zornia diphylla angustifolia (Sm.) Baill. [unknown]
- Zornia diphylla gibbosa (Span.) Panigrahi & Murti [valid]
Description
Zornia gibbosa (also called Hairy Zornia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to Southeast Asia. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 5-8 meters in height. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, and along roadsides and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Zornia gibbosa is a fast-growing tree that is commonly used for firewood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil conservation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Zornia gibbosa are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zornia gibbosa is an annual herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Zornia gibbosa
Zornia gibbosa is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.
Zornia gibbosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zornia gibbosa?
Zornia gibbosa
What are the common names of Zornia gibbosa?
Gibbous Zornia
What is the natural habitat of Zornia gibbosa?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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