Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venusta
ID:
3099

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002428



Common Names

  • Zinnia Venusta
  • Showy Zinnia
  • Mexican Zinnia


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Synonyms

  • Tragoceros venustum A.M.Torres [unknown]

Description

Zinnia venusta (also called Mexican Zinnia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Mexico. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It grows in moist and sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zinnia venusta is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zinnia venusta has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zinnia venusta is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by sowing seeds directly in the garden or by taking cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Zinnia venusta

Zinnia venusta is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Zinnia venusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zinnia venusta?

Zinnia venusta

What is the natural habitat of Zinnia venusta?

It is native to Mexico and Central America.

What is the growth habit of Zinnia venusta?

It is an annual with a mounding, spreading habit.

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-102333: Based on the initial data import
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.