Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acerosa
ID:
96536

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 105, 106 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095865



Common Names

  • Zinnia
  • Common Zinnia
  • Zinnia acerosa


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Synonyms

  • Crassina pumila Kuntze [unknown]
  • Zinnia pumila A.Gray [unknown]
  • Diplothrix acerosa DC. [unknown]
  • Zinnia acerosa acerosa [unknown]
  • Crassina acerosa Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Zinnia acerosa (also called 'Desert Zinnia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Zinnia acerosa is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is known to attract butterflies and bees, and is also used in herbal medicine to treat headaches, colds, and fevers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zinnia acerosa has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zinnia acerosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller pieces, each with a few leaves and some roots attached.

Where to Find Zinnia acerosa

Zinnia acerosa is native to Mexico and can be found in the deserts of the country.

Zinnia acerosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zinnia acerosa?

Zinnia acerosa

What is the family of Zinnia acerosa?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Zinnia acerosa?

Desert Zinnia

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-52031: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.