Status:
valid
Authors:
Merxm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Proc. & Trans. Rhodesia Sci. Assoc. 43: 68 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045910
Common Names
- Senecio acroleucus
- Acroleucus Ragwort
- Acroleucus Senecio
Description
Senecio acroleucus (also called 'White-leaved Groundsel', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils and is found in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio acroleucus is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and roots being used to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senecio acroleucus is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedling is a small rosette of basal leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senecio acroleucus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the plants are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location.
Where to Find Senecio acroleucus
Senecio acroleucus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the coastal areas of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Senecio acroleucus FAQ
What are the common names of Senecio acroleucus?
Senecio acroleucus is commonly known as White-margined Groundsel.
What is the optimal soil type for Senecio acroleucus?
Senecio acroleucus prefers well-drained, sandy soil.
What is the optimal temperature for Senecio acroleucus?
Senecio acroleucus prefers temperatures between 40-60°F (4-15°C).
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,