Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
formosanus
ID:
917

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kitam.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 46 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000246



Common Names

  • Nemosenecio formosanus
  • Formosan Ragwort
  • Taiwanese Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio formosanus Kitam. [unknown]
  • Senecio nikoensis formosanus Sasaki [unknown]

Description

Nemosenecio formosanus (also called Formosa Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Taiwan. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Nemosenecio formosanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and other wildlife to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nemosenecio formosanus is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemosenecio formosanus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist meadows and grasslands. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate space between plants. It can also be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Nemosenecio formosanus

Nemosenecio formosanus is native to Taiwan. It can be found in moist, shady areas at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Nemosenecio formosanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemosenecio formosanus?

Nemosenecio formosanus

What is the common name of Nemosenecio formosanus?

Formosan Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Nemosenecio formosanus?

It is native to Taiwan and is found in grasslands and meadows

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-100230: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.