Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acutifolius
ID:
77270

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 402 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076599



Common Names

  • Acute-leaved Groundsel
  • Acute-leaved Ragwort
  • Acutifolius Groundsel


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Description

Senecio acutifolius (also called Cutleaf Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with deeply lobed leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio acutifolius is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. Its flowers can be used to make a tea and its leaves can be used in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio acutifolius is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio acutifolius is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Senecio acutifolius

Senecio acutifolius is native to South Africa and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in the warmer climates of the United States.

Senecio acutifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio acutifolius?

Senecio acutifolius

What is the common name of Senecio acutifolius?

Sharp-leaved Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio acutifolius?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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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