Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vichadana
ID:
1319722

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Killip ex Mohlenbr.) Fort.-Perez & A.M.G.Azevedo

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Novon21: 336 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332176

Common Names

  • Zornia vichadana
  • Vichadana Zornia
  • Vichadana

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Description

Zornia vichadana (also called Vichada Zornia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Colombia, and is found in moist forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Zornia vichadana is used as a fodder for animals, as a green manure and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zornia vichadana has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zornia vichadana is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Zornia vichadana

Zornia vichadana can be found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia.

Zornia vichadana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zornia vichadana?

Zornia vichadana

What is the common name of Zornia vichadana?

Vichada Zornia

Where is Zornia vichadana native to?

Central and 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

Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.
Robert H. Mohlenbrock (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mohlenbr.' in the authors string.
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.