The genus Zygia P. Browne (Leguminosae, Mimosoideae, Ingeae) in the Mexican portion of the Yucatan Peninsula

Abstract

In the Mexican portion of the Yucatan Peninsula there are three species of Zygia (Leguminosae, Mimosoideae, Ingeae). Their morphological differences and nomenclature are discussed. A key, descriptions, iconography, ecological, phenological, uses and common names are included.

Keywords

• fabaceae
• flora
• mesoamerica
• mexico