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.

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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

  1. ^ "Zygophyllum simile H.Eichler". FloraBase. Department of Environment and Conservation, Government of Western Australia. http://florabase.dec.wa.gov.au/browse/profile/12359. 
  2. ^ "Zygophyllum simile H.Eichler". Australian Plant Name Index (APNI), IBIS database. Centre for Plant Biodiversity Research, Australian Government. http://www.anbg.gov.au/cgi-bin/apni?taxon_id=65848. 
  3. ^ New South Wales Flora Online: Zygophyllum simile Royal Botanic Gardens & Domain Trust, Sydney, Australia