Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brassiciformis
ID:
9622

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr.) Mabb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
High Alt. Trop. Biogeogr. [Vuilleumier & Monasterio] 100. 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008951



Common Names

  • Brassiciformis Dendrosenecio
  • Dendrosenecio Brassiciformis
  • Brassiciformis


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Synonyms

  • Dendrosenecio brassica brassiciformis (R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr.) B.Nord. [unknown]
  • Senecio brassiciformis R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Senecio brassica brassiciformis (R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr.) Mabb. [unknown]
  • Senecio keniensis brassiciformis (R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]

Description

Dendrosenecio brassiciformis (also called 'Brassica-like Dendrosenecio', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub. It is native to Ethiopia and is found growing in dry, rocky, and disturbed areas. It has small, oval leaves and yellowish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrosenecio brassiciformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrosenecio brassiciformis has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrosenecio brassiciformis is a perennial herb native to East Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the clumps should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Dendrosenecio brassiciformis

Dendrosenecio brassiciformis is native to Africa and can be found in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Dendrosenecio brassiciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrosenecio brassiciformis?

Dendrosenecio brassiciformis

What is the common name of Dendrosenecio brassiciformis?

Brassica Tree

What is the natural habitat of Dendrosenecio brassiciformis?

It is found in the highlands of East Africa.

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-108665: Based on the initial data import
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Thore Christian Elias Fries (1886-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.