Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
keniodendron
ID:
25889

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 43 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025218



Common Names

  • Keniodendron Tree Senecio
  • Keniodendron Tree Daisy
  • Keniodendron Giant Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio keniodendron R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr. [unknown]

Description

Dendrosenecio keniodendron (also called Keniodendron Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to East Africa, and grows in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrosenecio keniodendron is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of food for wildlife, and for its ornamental value in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrosenecio keniodendron has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrosenecio keniodendron is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Dendrosenecio keniodendron

Dendrosenecio keniodendron is native to Africa and can be found in moist, high-altitude forests.

Dendrosenecio keniodendron FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrosenecio keniodendron?

Dendrosenecio keniodendron

What type of plant is Dendrosenecio keniodendron?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Dendrosenecio keniodendron found?

It is found in the eastern African highlands

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-124358: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
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.