Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
achalensis
ID:
11862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 1: 92, fig. 1 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011191



Common Names

  • Achalensis Senecio
  • Achala Senecio
  • Senecio Achalensis


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Description

Senecio achalensis (also called Achal's Ragwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the mountains of the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio achalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio achalensis has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and a diameter of about 2 cm. The flower heads are borne singly on stems up to 20 cm tall. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio achalensis is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a moist medium. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.

Where to Find Senecio achalensis

Odontophyllum grangeri is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and can be found in the wild in the region.

Senecio achalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio achalensis?

Senecio achalensis

What is the common name of Senecio achalensis?

Achalensis ragwort

What is the distribution of Senecio achalensis?

It is found in Spain

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,

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