Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
1306782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fort.-Perez & A.M.G.Azevedo

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Novon 20: 35 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319236

Common Names

  • Zornia grandiflora
  • Zornia
  • Grandiflora

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Description

Zornia grandiflora (also called Zornia grandiflora, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Brazil. It has a prostrate habit, with small, white flowers and linear, lanceolate leaves. It typically grows in moist soils in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Zornia grandiflora flower is white and has four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia grandiflora is an annual herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seeds. The seeds should be sown in a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination.

Where to Find Zornia grandiflora

Zornia grandiflora is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Zornia grandiflora FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Zornia grandiflora?

Zornia grandiflora is found in the humid montane forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

What type of plant is Zornia grandiflora?

Zornia grandiflora is an evergreen shrub.

What is the flower size of Zornia grandiflora?

Zornia grandiflora has small flowers, measuring about 1 cm in diameter.

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

Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Ana Paula Fortuna-Perez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fort.-Perez' in the authors string.