Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abrotanifolius
ID:
109660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gouan

Source:
gcc

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Hortus Monsp. 440. 1762 [Apr 1762]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000108989



Common Names

  • Abrotanifolius Senecio
  • Abrotanifolius Groundsel
  • Senecio


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Description

Senecio abrotanifolius (also called Southernwood, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry soils, and is found in grasslands, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio abrotanifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flowerbeds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio abrotanifolius is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio abrotanifolius is an annual plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Senecio abrotanifolius

Senecio abrotanifolius can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, and Italy.

Senecio abrotanifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio abrotanifolius?

Senecio abrotanifolius

What is the common name of Senecio abrotanifolius?

Southernwood

What is the natural habitat of Senecio abrotanifolius?

Senecio abrotanifolius is found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia

Species in the Senecio genus

Senecio niveoaureus, Senecio humifusus, Senecio barbarae, Senecio longicollaris, Senecio laricifolius, Senecio queenslandicus, Senecio fremontii, Senecio paucijugus, Senecio abruptus, Senecio productus, Senecio katangensis, Senecio pseudoformosus, Senecio formosissimus, Senecio rauranus, Senecio megaphylla, Senecio subdentatus, Senecio ruwenzoriensis, Senecio expansus, Senecio dolichocephalus, Senecio littoreus, Senecio diodon, Senecio usgorensis, Senecio glanduloso-lanosus, Senecio goldmanii, Senecio cedrorum, Senecio caloneotes, Senecio hansweberi, Senecio altoandinus, Senecio subauritus, Senecio gardneri, Senecio verbascifolius, Senecio tarokoensis, Senecio latiflorus, Senecio dilungensis, Senecio tenuicaulis, Senecio aridus, Senecio surinamensis, Senecio kotschyanus, Senecio pirottae, Senecio propinquus, Senecio murinus, Senecio maeviae, Senecio decipiens, Senecio papillosus, Senecio otuscensis, Senecio hewrensis, Senecio candidans, Senecio sheldonensis, Senecio telmateius, Senecio digitalifolius,

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-6767: Based on the initial data import
Antoine Gouan (1733-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gouan' in the authors string.