Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
1236987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schery) Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
tro

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(2): 79 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236325


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Description

Zygia steyermarkii (also called Steyermark's Zygia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is typically found in moist habitats, such as riverbanks, and is characterized by its long, leathery leaves and its white and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Zygia steyermarkii is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and beauty to gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and to boost the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygia steyermarkii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygia steyermarkii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by stem cuttings in spring or summer. It is also self-seeding and can spread rapidly.

Where to Find Zygia steyermarkii

Zygia steyermarkii is native to South America and can be found in tropical forests.

Zygia steyermarkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygia steyermarkii?

Zygia steyermarkii

What is the common name of Zygia steyermarkii?

Steyermark's Zygia

What is the natural habitat of Zygia steyermarkii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.
Robert Walter Schery (1917-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schery' in the authors string.