Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lundellii
ID:
139618

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Rob.) Strother

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 33: 93 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138947



Common Names

  • Zyzyxia lundellii
  • Zyzyxia
  • Lundellii


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Description

Zyzyxia lundellii (also called Lundell's Zyzyxia, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Asteraceae. It has a single flower head with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zyzyxia lundellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is also used as a food source, as the leaves and stems can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zyzyxia lundellii is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zyzyxia lundellii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. It is best to divide the plant when it is actively growing.

Where to Find Zyzyxia lundellii

Zyzyxia lundellii can be found in the mountains of Mexico and Central America.

Zyzyxia lundellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zyzyxia lundellii?

Zyzyxia lundellii

What is the common name of Zyzyxia lundellii?

Lundell's Zyzyxia

What is the family of Zyzyxia lundellii?

Asteraceae

Species in the Zyzyxia genus

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-99568: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
John Lance Strother (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strother' in the authors string.