Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Species:
harpago
ID:
1410917

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Emb. & Maire) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.23125. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423382


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Description

Zygophyllum harpago (also called Harpag 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 harpago is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zygophyllum harpago 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 harpago 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 harpago

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

Zygophyllum harpago FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygophyllum harpago?

Zygophyllum harpago

What are the common names of Zygophyllum harpago?

Harpagous caltrop, harpagous zygophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Zygophyllum harpago?

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.
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Louis Emberger (1897-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Emb.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.