Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Creeping Zinnia |
| Scientific Name | Sanvitalia procumbens |
| Main Color | Yellow |
| Plant Type |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Flowering | Jun - Sep |
| Image | Sanvitalia-001 |
| Photographer | Gita |
| Location Found | |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
Creeping Zinnia is a low-growing, mat-forming annual plant with small, daisy-like yellow flowers. The flowers have a dark centre and the plant's stems are prostrate, making it ideal for ground cover. Its leaves are opposite, ovate, and slightly hairy.
Distribution
Native to Mexico and Central America, it has been widely cultivated and can be found in gardens across the world, particularly in temperate regions.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - there are no known edible parts.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no adverse effects reported upon handling or accidental ingestion.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - safe for cats, dogs, and other common household pets.
Active Compounds
None known.