Zapoteca media

Zapoteca media

Overview

Zapoteca media is a medium-sized shrub in the genus Zapoteca native to Mexico, growing in tropical dry forest and scrubland habitats on the Pacific slope a

Zapoteca media is a medium-sized shrub in the genus Zapoteca native to Mexico, growing in tropical dry forest and scrubland habitats on the Pacific slope and interior valleys. It produces spherical to cylindrical flower heads with numerous white to cream-colored stamens and bipinnately compound leaves, growing in seasonally arid habitats. The species name media suggests an intermediate size or habit within the genus.

Taxonomy

Order Fabales
Family Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Zapoteca media

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does Zapoteca media belong to?
Zapoteca media (Zapoteca media) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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