Zinnia Flower: History, Identifying Characteristics, Cultivars & Cultivation
Botanical Classification Zinnias, scientifically classified under the genus Zinnia, belong to the Asteraceae family, which encompasses daisies, sunflowers, and asters. The genus Zinnia includes approximately 20–25 species of annuals, perennials, and subshrubs, with Zinnia elegans and Zinnia angustifolia being the most commonly cultivated for ornamental purposes. The genus is named after German botanist Johann Gottfried … Read more