Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sw.) B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 72 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043870
Common Names
- Zemisia discolor
- Discolor Zemisia
- Discolor False Flax
Description
Zemisia discolor (also called the discolored zemisia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Zemisia discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zemisia discolor has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zemisia discolor is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Zemisia discolor
Zemisia discolor can be found in the southern United States, Mexico, and parts of Central America.
Zemisia discolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zemisia discolor?
Zemisia discolor
What is the family of Zemisia discolor?
Asteraceae
What is the natural habitat of Zemisia discolor?
Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides
Species in the Zemisia genus
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,