Zornia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Zornia |
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| Zornia villosa | |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Fabales |
| Family: | Fabaceae |
| Tribe: | Dalbergieae |
| Genus: | Zornia J.F.Gmel. |
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| Zornia bracteata J.F. Gmel.
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85; see text |
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The Zornia plants are a group of small, green plants called herbs. You can find them growing all over the world! They belong to the legume family, which is known for plants like peas and beans. Scientists have recently placed Zornia plants into a special group called the Adesmia clade, which is part of a larger plant family called the Dalbergieae. This means they are all related and share a common ancestor.
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What are Zornia Plants Like?
Zornia plants are usually small herbs. They often have interesting leaves and flowers. These plants are part of the huge Fabaceae family, also known as the pea or bean family. This family is one of the largest groups of flowering plants on Earth!
Where Do Zornia Plants Grow?
Because Zornia is a cosmopolitan genus, it means you can find different types of Zornia plants in many parts of the world. They grow in various climates and places, from warm tropical areas to other regions.
How Many Types of Zornia Are There?
There are many different kinds of Zornia plants. Scientists have identified about 85 different species within this group. Each species has its own unique features, but they all share common traits that put them in the Zornia genus.
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Zornia villosa is one example of a Zornia plant.
See also
In Spanish: Zornia para niños
