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
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.
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 Zinnia genus
Zinnia venusta,
Zinnia bicolor,
Zinnia oligantha,
Zinnia leucoglossa,
Zinnia grandiflora,
Zinnia peruviana,
Zinnia zinnioides,
Zinnia haageana,
Zinnia elegans,
Zinnia microglossa,
Zinnia angustifolia,
Zinnia americana,
Zinnia juniperifolia,
Zinnia purpusii,
Zinnia acerosa,
Zinnia flavicoma,
Zinnia zamudiana,
Zinnia elegans,
Zinnia anomala,
Zinnia maritima,
Zinnia pauciflora,
Zinnia citrea,
Zinnia tenuis,
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
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.