Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turneri
ID:
194787

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(2): 117 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194116

Common Names

  • Zygia turneri
  • Turneri Zygia
  • Zygia Turneri

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium turneri McVaugh [valid]

Description

Zygia turneri (also called Turner's Zygia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Zygia turneri is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygia turneri has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygia turneri is a tropical shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Zygia turneri

Zygia turneri can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico, Central America and South America.

Zygia turneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygia turneri?

Zygia turneri

What is the common name of Zygia turneri?

Turner's zygia

What is the natural habitat of Zygia turneri?

Dry forests and scrublands of South America

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

Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
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.