Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
acapulcensis
ID:
73052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. & Hook.f. ex Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 154 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072381

Common Names

  • Sanvitalia acapulcensis
  • Acapulco Creeping Zinnia
  • Creeping Zinnia

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Synonyms

  • Anaitis acapulcensis DC. [unknown]

Description

Sanvitalia acapulcensis (also called Mexican Zinnia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It is characterized by its yellow and orange flower heads and lanceolate leaves. It typically grows in moist soils in open woodlands, prairies, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Sanvitalia acapulcensis is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sanvitalia acapulcensis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sanvitalia acapulcensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require plenty of light and regular watering.

Where to Find Sanvitalia acapulcensis

Sanvitalia acapulcensis is native to Mexico.

Sanvitalia acapulcensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sanvitalia acapulcensis?

Sanvitalia acapulcensis

What is the common name of Sanvitalia acapulcensis?

Mexican Zinnia

What type of plant is Sanvitalia acapulcensis?

Annual flower

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-29134: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.