Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
meruensis
ID:
72089

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cotton & Blakelock) E.B.Knox

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 19: 245 (1993): (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071418



Common Names

  • Dendrosenecio meruensis
  • Mt. Meru Groundsel
  • Mt. Meru Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio meruensis Cotton & Blakelock [unknown]
  • Senecio johnstonii meruensis (Cotton & Blakelock) C.Jeffrey [unknown]

Description

Dendrosenecio meruensis (also called Giant Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to East Africa and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrosenecio meruensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrosenecio meruensis has a yellow flower with a black center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrosenecio meruensis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the summer and fall.

Where to Find Dendrosenecio meruensis

Dendrosenecio meruensis is native to Tanzania and can be found in the Afromontane region.

Dendrosenecio meruensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrosenecio meruensis?

Dendrosenecio meruensis

What type of plant is Dendrosenecio meruensis?

A flowering plant

Where is Dendrosenecio meruensis native to?

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-28191: Based on the initial data import
Ralph Anthony Blakelock (1915-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blakelock' in the authors string.
Arthur Disbrowe Cotton (1879-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cotton' in the authors string.
Eric B. Knox (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Knox' in the authors string.