Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Species:
olivieri
ID:
1410921

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.23125. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423386

Common Names

  • Olivieri Zygophyllum
  • Olivier's Zygophyllum
  • Olivieri-leaf Zygophyllum

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Description

Zygophyllum olivieri (also called Olivier's Caltrop, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Middle East. It has small, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Zygophyllum olivieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygophyllum olivieri has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygophyllum olivieri 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 olivieri

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

Zygophyllum olivieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum olivieri?

Zygophyllum olivieri

What are the common names of Zygophyllum olivieri?

Olivier's caltrop, Olivier's zygophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Zygophyllum olivieri?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of the Mediterranean region

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.