Zornia papuensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mohlenbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Webbia16: 72 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205522
Common Names
- Zornia papuensis
- Papuan Zornia
- Papuasian Zornia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zornia papuensis (also called Papuan Zornia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Indonesia, where it is found in the province of West Papua. It typically grows in wet, disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Zornia papuensis is used as a medicinal plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Zornia papuensis is a yellow-orange color with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zornia papuensis is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Zornia papuensis
Zornia papuensis is native to Indonesia and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.
Zornia papuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zornia papuensis?
Zornia papuensis
What is the family of Zornia papuensis?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Zornia papuensis?
Papuan Zornia
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
Robert H. Mohlenbrock (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mohlenbr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Zornia papuensis Mohlenbr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.