Zinnia Acerosa (Noun)
Meaning
Subshrub with slender woolly stems and long narrow leaves and flower heads with white rays; southern United States and northern Mexico.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Zinnia acerosa is a drought-tolerant subshrub native to the southern United States and northern Mexico.
- In dry regions, zinnia acerosa often thrives in well-draining soil with full sun exposure.
- Zinnia acerosa features long narrow leaves that store water to help the plant survive in arid conditions.
- Zinnia acerosa flower heads typically consist of white rays and yellow centers that attract various pollinators.
- In botanical gardens, zinnia acerosa is sometimes grown for its unique foliage and flowering patterns.