Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
senegalensis
ID:
90532

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 38: 232 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089861



Common Names

  • Senegal Pegolettia
  • Senegal Ragwort
  • Senegal Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Pegolettia senegalensis senegalensis [unknown]
  • Kuhnia arabica Hochst. & Steud. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Pegolettia senegalensis pygmaea J.A.Schmidt [unknown]
  • Pegolettia dubiefiana Quézel [unknown]

Description

Pegolettia senegalensis (also called Senegal pegolettia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows in dry savannahs and along roadsides, and can reach up to 2 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Pegolettia senegalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pegolettia senegalensis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pegolettia senegalensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate in a sunny, well-drained location. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pegolettia senegalensis

Pegolettia senegalensis is native to West Africa, where it is found in Senegal, Guinea, and Sierra Leone.

Pegolettia senegalensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Pegolettia senegalensis?

Pegolettia senegalensis is native to tropical Africa, including parts of Senegal, Guinea, and Sierra Leone.

What is the growth habit of Pegolettia senegalensis?

Pegolettia senegalensis is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 meters in height.

What is the average lifespan of Pegolettia senegalensis?

Pegolettia senegalensis has an average lifespan of 10 to 15 years.

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-46164: Based on the initial data import
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.