Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifoliata
ID:
429889

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Michx.) Fernald

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 42: 298 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429221



Common Names

  • Zizia trifoliata
  • Three-leaved Zizia
  • Three-leaved Zizia Plant


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Synonyms

  • Zizia latifolia Small [unknown]
  • Sison trifoliatum Michx. [unknown]
  • Sium trifoliatum Poir. [unknown]
  • Zizia aurea bebbii J.M.Coult. & Rose [unknown]
  • Zizia arenicola Rose [unknown]
  • Zizia bebbii (J.M.Coult. & Rose) Britton [unknown]

Description

Zizia trifoliata (also called 'Three-leaved Zizia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zizia trifoliata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zizia trifoliata has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zizia trifoliata is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants in the late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Zizia trifoliata

Zizia trifoliata is found in the eastern United States.

Zizia trifoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zizia trifoliata?

Zizia trifoliata

What is the common name of Zizia trifoliata?

Three-leaved zizia

What is the natural habitat of Zizia trifoliata?

Zizia trifoliata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats

Species in the Zizia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2468777: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
Merritt Lyndon Fernald (1873-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernald' in the authors string.