Zygia discifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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L.Rico
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249298
Common Names
- Zygia discifera
- Discifera Zygia
- Discifera Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zygia discifera (also called Discifer Zygia, among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow flowers native to Mexico. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Zygia discifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Zygia discifera are white and tubular, and are borne in clusters of up to 5 flowers. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zygia discifera is a perennial that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the late spring or early summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Zygia discifera
Zygia discifera can be found in Central America and the Caribbean.
Zygia discifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zygia discifera?
Zygia discifera
What are the common names of Zygia discifera?
Disciferous Zygia, Disciferous Tree
What is the natural habitat of Zygia discifera?
Zygia discifera is native to South America, specifically Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Species in the Zygia genus
Zygia peckii, Zygia longifolia, Zygia latifolia, Zygia cauliflora, Zygia cognata, Zygia conzattii, Zygia andaquiensis, Zygia bifoliola, Zygia brenesii, Zygia cataractae, Zygia coccinea, Zygia cupirensis, Zygia englesingii, Zygia hernandezii, Zygia juruana, Zygia macbridei, Zygia megistocarpa, Zygia palmana, Zygia paucijugata, Zygia picramnioides, Zygia selloi, Zygia trunciflora, Zygia confusa, Zygia guinetii, Zygia obolingoides, Zygia odoratissima, Zygia vasquezii, Zygia dissitiflora, Zygia heteroneura, Zygia multipunctata, Zygia bangii, Zygia rubiginosa, Zygia macbridii, Zygia inaequalis, Zygia rhytidocarpa, Zygia morongii, Zygia ampla, Zygia turneri, Zygia garcia-barrigae, Zygia biblora, Zygia unifoliolata, Zygia pithecolobioides, Zygia codonocalyx, Zygia biflora, Zygia engelsingii, Zygia nubigena, Zygia lehmannii, Zygia pilosula, Zygia basijuga, Zygia cuspidata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50149247: Based on the initial data import
Maria de Lourdes Rico (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Rico' in the authors string.