Status:
valid
Authors:
(Franch.) Y.L.Chen
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 77(1): 59 (1999): (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023168
Common Names
- Kouala Senecio
- Kouala Ragwort
- Parasenecio Koualapensis
Description
Parasenecio koualapensis (also called Kouala Parasenecio, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flower heads and is native to New Caledonia. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Parasenecio koualapensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for erosion control on slopes and banks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parasenecio koualapensis is a yellow-golden daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Parasenecio koualapensis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize it once a month.
Where to Find Parasenecio koualapensis
Parasenecio koualapensis is native to the Andes Mountains and can be found in dry, grassy areas.
Parasenecio koualapensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parasenecio koualapensis?
Parasenecio koualapensis
What is the common name of Parasenecio koualapensis?
Kouala Parasenecio
What is the natural habitat of Parasenecio koualapensis?
Grassy meadows, open woodlands, and rocky slopes
Species in the Parasenecio genus
Parasenecio otopteryx,
Parasenecio chola,
Parasenecio nokoensis,
Parasenecio souliei,
Parasenecio pilgerianus,
Parasenecio tenianus,
Parasenecio gansuensis,
Parasenecio shiroumensis,
Parasenecio ogamontanus,
Parasenecio hastiformis,
Parasenecio rubescens,
Parasenecio koualapensis,
Parasenecio nikomontanus,
Parasenecio petasitoides,
Parasenecio chola,
Parasenecio nipponicus,
Parasenecio auriculatus,
Parasenecio lidjiangensis,
Parasenecio cyclotus,
Parasenecio ianthophyllus,
Parasenecio chokaiensis,
Parasenecio forrestii,
Parasenecio ainsliaeiflorus,
Parasenecio adenostyloides,
Parasenecio quinquelobus,
Parasenecio tsinlingensis,
Parasenecio peltifolius,
Parasenecio auriculatus,
Parasenecio maowenensis,
Parasenecio lancifolius,
Parasenecio matsudae,
Parasenecio roborowskii,
Parasenecio shikokianus,
Parasenecio abukumensis,
Parasenecio maximowiczianus,
Parasenecio hastatus,
Parasenecio cuneatus,
Parasenecio deltophyllus,
Parasenecio rockianus,
Parasenecio leucocephalus,
Parasenecio morrisonensis,
Parasenecio longispicus,
Parasenecio vespertilo,
Parasenecio hayachinensis,
Parasenecio bulbiferoides,
Parasenecio kangxianensis,
Parasenecio koidzumianus,
Parasenecio tripteris,
Parasenecio sinicus,
Parasenecio palmatisectus,
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,