Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
117120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 189 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116449

Common Names

  • Creeping Zinnia
  • Sanvitalia Daisy
  • Creeping Sunray

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Description

Sanvitalia versicolor (also called Variable Creeping Zinnia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Sanvitalia versicolor is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sanvitalia versicolor is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sanvitalia versicolor is an annual plant that is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is resistant to deer and rabbits.

Where to Find Sanvitalia versicolor

Sanvitalia versicolor is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Sanvitalia versicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sanvitalia versicolor?

Sanvitalia versicolor

What is the common name of Sanvitalia versicolor?

Variegated Creeping Zinnia

What is the natural habitat of Sanvitalia versicolor?

It is native to Mexico and Central 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-77852: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.