Zygophyllum simile
| Zygophyllum simile | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Rosids |
| Order: | Zygophyllales |
| Family: | Zygophyllaceae |
| Genus: | Zygophyllum |
| Species: | Z. simile |
| Binomial name | |
| Zygophyllum simile H.Eichler | |
Zygophyllum simile is a succulent annual herb native to Australia.
Description
It grows as a prostrate or erect annual herb, branching from the base and reaching a height of from four to 60 centimeters. Flowers are yellow or white.[1]
Taxonomy
Z. simile was published in 1990 by Hansjörg Eichler, based on a specimen has collected from the Musgrave Ranges in South Australia in 1963.[2]
Distribution and habitat
It occurs in every mainland state of Australia, favouring red or grey sandy soils.[3]
References
- ↑ "Zygophyllum simile H.Eichler". FloraBase. Department of Environment and Conservation, Government of Western Australia.
- ↑ "Zygophyllum simile H.Eichler". Australian Plant Name Index (APNI), IBIS database. Centre for Plant Biodiversity Research, Australian Government.
- ↑ New South Wales Flora Online: Zygophyllum simile Royal Botanic Gardens & Domain Trust, Sydney, Australia.
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