Zornia — 7 species
Botanical species in the genus Zornia recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Zornia brasiliensis
Zornia brasiliensis
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria; these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby.
Full cultivation guide →Zornia diphylla
Zornia diphylla
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria; these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby.
Full cultivation guide →Zornia gibbosa
Zornia gibbosa
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria; these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby.
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Zornia glochidiata
Zornia glochidiata
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Zornia glochidiata is a plant of drier areas in the tropics, where it is found at elevations up to 1,800 metres. It is common in sandy areas with a mean annual rainfall of 300 - 600mm or more during the rainy season and a dry season of up to 8 months. It is not tolerant of frost.
Full cultivation guide →Zornia latifolia
Zornia latifolia
Family: Fabaceae
Cultivation
Zornia latifolia plant of the subtropical to tropical zones, where it is found at elevations up to 1,000 metres. It grows best in areas where annual daytime temperatures are within the range 18 - 29°c, but can tolerate 13 - 34°c. Growth ceases at temperatures lower than -13°c.
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