Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Species:
arabicum
ID:
1410913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.230555556. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423378


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Uses & Benefits

Zygophyllum arabicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygophyllum arabicum has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygophyllum arabicum is a shrub that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or seed. Stem cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location until the seedlings have established themselves.

Where to Find Zygophyllum arabicum

Zygophyllum arabicum is native to the dry regions of the Middle East.

Zygophyllum arabicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum arabicum?

Zygophyllum arabicum

What are the common names of Zygophyllum arabicum?

Arabian caltrop, Arabian zygophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Zygophyllum arabicum?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of the Arabian Peninsula

Species in the Zygophyllum genus

Species in the Zygophyllaceae family

Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.