Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zinnioides
ID:
35191

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrad.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (GOET, Gottingensis) 1831: 4 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034520



Common Names

  • Philactis Zinnioides
  • Zinnioides Zinnia-Leaved Philactis
  • Zinnioides Philactis


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Synonyms

  • Sanvitaliopsis liebmannii (Klatt) Sch.Bip. ex Greenm. [deprecated]
  • Grypocarpha hebeclada S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Philactis zinnioides (also called Zinnia Philactis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a single stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height and has large, bright yellow flowers. It is commonly found in dry, open fields and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Philactis zinnioides is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used to treat skin ailments such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Philactis zinnioides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philactis zinnioides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Philactis zinnioides

Philactis zinnioides is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Philactis zinnioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philactis zinnioides?

Philactis zinnioides

What is the common name of Philactis zinnioides?

Zinnia-Leaf Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Philactis zinnioides?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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