Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
430737

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.T.Reynolds & A.E.Holland

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya3: 32 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430069

Common Names

  • Prostrate Zornia
  • Zornia prostrata
  • Prostrate Zornia

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Description

Zornia prostrata (also called Prostrate Zornia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and is found in wet, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia prostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Zornia prostrata var. macrantha S.T.Reynolds & A.E.Holland
Zornia prostrata var. prostrata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zornia prostrata has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia prostrata can be propagated by division of the underground rhizomes. It prefers a well-drained soil and can tolerate full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Zornia prostrata

Zornia prostrata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America, including Costa Rica and Panama.

Zornia prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia prostrata?

Zornia prostrata

What is the common name of Zornia prostrata?

Zornia

Where is Zornia prostrata native to?

South America

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

Ailsa E. Holland: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.Holland' in the authors string.
Sally T. Reynolds (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Reynolds' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:937927-1: Based on the initial data import