Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
americana
ID:
90965

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mill.) Olorode & A.M.Torres

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 22(4): 368 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090294



Common Names

  • American Zinnia
  • Common Zinnia
  • Youth-and-old-age


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Synonyms

  • Zinnia schiedeana (Less.) Olorode & A.M.Torres [unknown]
  • Tragoceros americanum S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Melampodium anomalum M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Calendula americana Mill. [unknown]
  • Tragoceros schiedeanum Less. [unknown]

Description

Zinnia americana (also called Prairie Zinnia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Americas. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Zinnia americana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of cut flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zinnia americana is a bright yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zinnia americana is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Zinnia americana requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and frost.

Where to Find Zinnia americana

Zinnia americana is native to Mexico and can be found in gardens, fields, and roadsides.

Zinnia americana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zinnia americana?

Zinnia americana

What is the family of Zinnia americana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Zinnia americana?

American 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-4658: Based on the initial data import
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.
Andrew M. Torres: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.Torres' in the authors string.
Onotoye Olorode: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olorode' in the authors string.