Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
zinnioides
ID:
78423

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) K.M.Becker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 31: 48 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077752



Common Names

  • Lasianthaea zinnioides
  • Zinn's Lasianthaea
  • Zinn's False Sunflower


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Synonyms

  • Zexmenia zinnioides Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Lasianthaea zinnioides (also called 'pink-flowered meadow-pink', 'meadow-pink' and 'pink-flowered meadow-pink', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a rosette of leaves and pink flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthaea zinnioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and to provide ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasianthaea zinnioides is yellow in color and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is small, black and round shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthaea zinnioides is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to divide the rhizomes in the fall. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Lasianthaea zinnioides

Lasianthaea zinnioides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows and rocky areas.

Lasianthaea zinnioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthaea zinnioides?

Lasianthaea zinnioides

What is the common name of Lasianthaea zinnioides?

Zinnia-leaved sunbonnet

What is the natural habitat of Lasianthaea zinnioides?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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-34369: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Kenneth M. Becker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Becker' in the authors string.