Zinnia citrea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
citrea
ID:
130713
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.M.Torres
Source:
gcc
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Madroño 15: 215 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130042
Common Names
- Citrea Zinnia
- Citrea Zinnia Plant
- Yellow Zinnia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zinnia citrea (also called Citron Zinnia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, thin stem with small yellow flowers. It prefers moist soils and is found in open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Zinnia citrea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory problems. It is also known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zinnia citrea has yellow-orange flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are hairy and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zinnia citrea is a annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It grows best in well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring.
Where to Find Zinnia citrea
Zinnia citrea is native to Mexico and Central America.
Zinnia citrea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zinnia citrea?
Zinnia citrea
What is the family of Zinnia citrea?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Zinnia citrea?
Open grasslands and rocky slopes
Species in the Zinnia genus
Zinnia venusta, Zinnia bicolor, Zinnia oligantha, Zinnia leucoglossa, Zinnia grandiflora, Zinnia peruviana, Zinnia zinnioides, Zinnia haageana, Zinnia elegans, Zinnia microglossa, Zinnia angustifolia, Zinnia americana, Zinnia juniperifolia, Zinnia purpusii, Zinnia acerosa, Zinnia flavicoma, Zinnia zamudiana, Zinnia elegans, Zinnia anomala, Zinnia maritima, Zinnia pauciflora, Zinnia citrea, Zinnia tenuis,
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-90952: Based on the initial data import
Andrew M. Torres: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.Torres' in the authors string.