Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
solenoides
ID:
137802

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dunn) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137131



Common Names

  • Nemosenecio solenoides
  • Solenoid Groundsel
  • Solenoid Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio solenoides Dunn [unknown]

Description

Nemosenecio solenoides (also called Solenoid Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils. It is often found in open areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Nemosenecio solenoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nemosenecio solenoides is a yellow or white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round structure. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemosenecio solenoides is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall, and divisions should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Nemosenecio solenoides

Nemosenecio solenoides is found in South Africa.

Nemosenecio solenoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemosenecio solenoides?

Nemosenecio solenoides

What is the common name of Nemosenecio solenoides?

Solenoid Ragwort

Where is Nemosenecio solenoides found?

It is found in the Rocky Mountains of the United States.

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-97824: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.