Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ocymoides
ID:
138064

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 628 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137393

Common Names

  • Creeping Zinnia
  • Mexican Zinnia
  • Cup Flower

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Description

Sanvitalia ocymoides (also called Creeping Zinnia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sanvitalia ocymoides is an ornamental plant that is often used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also known to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sanvitalia ocymoides has yellow, daisy-like flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and bright green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sanvitalia ocymoides can be propagated by seed or division in spring or early autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Sanvitalia ocymoides

Sanvitalia ocymoides can be found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.

Sanvitalia ocymoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sanvitalia ocymoides?

Sanvitalia ocymoides

What is the common name of Sanvitalia ocymoides?

Ocymoides Sanvitalia

Where is Sanvitalia ocymoides found?

Sanvitalia ocymoides is found in South America

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,

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