Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zinnioides
ID:
33670

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Olorode & A.M.Torres

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 22(4): 368 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032999

Common Names

  • Zinnia zinnioides
  • Zinnia
  • Common zinnia

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Synonyms

  • Tragoceros zinnioides Kunth [unknown]
  • Zinnia bicuspis ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Zinnia zinnioides (also called Zinnia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has bright yellow flowers. It is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zinnia zinnioides is a drought-tolerant, evergreen shrub that is often used as a groundcover or in rock gardens. It has attractive, silvery-green foliage and produces small, yellow flowers in summer. It is also a popular choice for hedging and topiary.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Zinnia zinnioides is bright yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zinnia zinnioides is an annual that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Zinnia zinnioides

Zinnia zinnioides is native to Mexico and Central America.

Zinnia zinnioides FAQ

What type of soil does Zinnia zinnioides prefer?

Zinnia zinnioides prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

How much water does Zinnia zinnioides need?

Zinnia zinnioides needs moderate amounts of water, about once a week.

How much sunlight does Zinnia zinnioides need?

Zinnia zinnioides needs full sun to partial shade.

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-131912: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Andrew M. Torres: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.Torres' in the authors string.
Onotoye Olorode: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olorode' in the authors string.