Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serrata
ID:
38278

Status:
valid

Authors:
La Llave

Source:
gcc

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Nov. Veg. Descr. 1: 13 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037607



Common Names

  • Zexmenia serrata
  • Serrated Zexmenia
  • Serrated Wedgeleaf


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Description

Zexmenia serrata (also called 'Serrated Zexmenia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, serrated leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils, and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Zexmenia serrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to create a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zexmenia serrata is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zexmenia serrata is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Zexmenia serrata

Zexmenia serrata is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas.

Zexmenia serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zexmenia serrata?

Zexmenia serrata

What type of plant is Zexmenia serrata?

A perennial herb

What are the common names of Zexmenia serrata?

Serrated Zexmenia

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,