Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollissima
ID:
127811

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xv. (1880) 35.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127140

Common Names

  • Mallow Zaluzania
  • Hairy Zaluzania
  • Woolly Zaluzania

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Description

Zaluzania mollissima (also called Soft Zaluzania, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It typically grows in open, sunny areas such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Zaluzania mollissima is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zaluzania mollissima is a yellow-greenish color and is daisy-like in shape. The seeds are small and black in color and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zaluzania mollissima is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but will need more frequent watering. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year to germinate. Division is the preferred method of propagation.

Where to Find Zaluzania mollissima

Zaluzania mollissima is native to Mexico and can be found in dry grasslands and shrublands.

Zaluzania mollissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zaluzania mollissima?

Zaluzania mollissima

What type of plant is Zaluzania mollissima?

Zaluzania mollissima is an annual herb.

Where is Zaluzania mollissima native to?

Zaluzania mollissima is native to Mexico.

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-88149: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.