Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Species:
palmeri
ID:
1410910

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vasey & Rose) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.23125. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423375


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Description

Zygophyllum palmeri (also called Palmer's Zygophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Zygophyllaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and North Africa, and it grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zygophyllum palmeri 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 palmeri 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 palmeri is a shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a low-growing, mat-forming shrub with small, leathery, gray-green leaves. It is drought-tolerant and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be about 4-6 inches long. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until they have rooted. Once they have rooted, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Zygophyllum palmeri

Zygophyllum palmeri is native to the Mediterranean region.

Zygophyllum palmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum palmeri?

Zygophyllum palmeri

What are the common names of Zygophyllum palmeri?

Palmer's Caltrop, Palmer's Zygophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Zygophyllum palmeri?

Zygophyllum palmeri is native to the Middle East and North Africa.

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.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
George Vasey (1822-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vasey' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.