Zygophyllum kopalense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kopalense
ID:
430463
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boriss.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 14: 726 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429795
Common Names
- Zygophyllum kopalense
- Kopal Caltrop
- Kopal Zygophyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zygophyllum kopalense (also called Kopale Caltrop, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Zygophyllaceae family. It is native to Central Asia, and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is a small shrub, growing to a height of 0.5-1m, with yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Zygophyllum kopalense is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Zygophyllum kopalense are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
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Zygophyllum kopalense is a slow-growing, clumping cycad that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers a sunny location with well-draining soil and regular watering. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.
Where to Find Zygophyllum kopalense
Zygophyllum kopalense can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Zygophyllum kopalense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum kopalense?
Zygophyllum kopalense
What is the common name of Zygophyllum kopalense?
Kopal's Zygophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Zygophyllum kopalense?
It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins
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
Antonina Borissova (b.1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boriss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:873602-1: Based on the initial data import