Status:
valid
Authors:
Mohlenbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Webbia16: 84 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168643
Common Names
- Zornia pardina
- Clay-loving Zornia
- Pale Zornia
Description
Zornia pardina (also called Leopard-spotted zornia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Zornia pardina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of fuelwood and charcoal. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock, and the plant is used in traditional medicine.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Zornia pardina var. pardina
Zornia pardina var. crinita Mohlenbr.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Zornia pardina is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings of Zornia pardina are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zornia pardina can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a rooting medium such as perlite or sand. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until roots form.
Where to Find Zornia pardina
Zornia pardina is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, sandy soils near the coast.
Zornia pardina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zornia pardina?
Zornia pardina
What is the family of Zornia pardina?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Zornia pardina?
Leopard-spotted 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