Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
morongii
ID:
194759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(2): 108 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194088

Common Names

  • Zygia morongii
  • Morongii
  • Zygia

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Description

Zygia morongii (also called Morong's Zygia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests and scrublands, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Zygia morongii 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 morongii 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 morongii 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 morongii

Zygia morongii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Zygia morongii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygia morongii?

Zygia morongii

What is the common name of Zygia morongii?

Morong's Zygia

What is the natural habitat of Zygia morongii?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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

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.