Other forms: zinnias
A zinnia is a plant that grows brightly-colored flowers with many petals. In 2016, a zinnia plant aboard the International Space Station blossomed in zero gravity.
A zinnia is a type of daisy, distinguished for its bright pinks, purples, reds, and oranges. Most are native to the Southwest of the United States, but they are easy to grow just about everywhere. In fact, they're extremely popular with gardeners, because they're easily planted as seeds and can withstand very hot summer temperatures. Their name comes from a famous German botanist, Johann Gottfried Zinn.