Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
kilimanjari
ID:
89652

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mildbr.) E.B.Knox

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 19: 244 (1993): (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088981



Common Names

  • Kilimanjaro Senecio
  • Kilimanjaro Ragwort
  • Dendrosenecio Kilimanjari


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Description

Dendrosenecio kilimanjari (also called Kilimanjaro giant senecio, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Africa. It has large, lobed leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in mountain habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrosenecio kilimanjari is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dendrosenecio kilimanjari sub. cottonii (Hutch. & G.Taylor) E.B.Knox
Dendrosenecio kilimanjari sub. kilimanjari

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrosenecio kilimanjari is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrosenecio kilimanjari is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is native to East Africa and can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Dendrosenecio kilimanjari

Dendrosenecio kilimanjari is native to the high altitude grasslands of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It can be found in the Kilimanjaro National Park.

Dendrosenecio kilimanjari FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrosenecio kilimanjari?

Dendrosenecio kilimanjari

What is the common name of Dendrosenecio kilimanjari?

Kilimanjari

What type of plant is Dendrosenecio kilimanjari?

Tree

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-45305: Based on the initial data import
Gottfried Wilhelm Johannes Mildbraed (1879-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mildbr.' in the authors string.
Eric B. Knox (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Knox' in the authors string.