Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aegyptius
ID:
87746

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 867 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087075



Common Names

  • Egyptian Senecio
  • Senecio Aegyptius
  • Aegyptius


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Synonyms

  • Jacobaea aegyptia (L.) Cav. [unknown]
  • Jacobaea sinuata Moench [unknown]
  • Senecio intactus Moench [unknown]
  • Senecio triflorus L. [unknown]
  • Senecio hieracifolius Forssk. [unknown]
  • Senecio arabicus L. [unknown]
  • Senecio aegyptius aegyptius [unknown]
  • Senecio verbenifolius Jacq. [unknown]
  • Senecio aegyptius aegyptius [unknown]
  • Senecio aegyptius thebanus Kadereit [unknown]

Description

Senecio aegyptius (also called Egyptian Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has lance-shaped leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio aegyptius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio aegyptius var. discoideus Boiss.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio aegyptius is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio aegyptius is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is drought-tolerant and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Senecio aegyptius

Senecio aegyptius is native to the Mediterranean region, primarily in Greece, Italy, and Turkey.

Senecio aegyptius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio aegyptius?

Senecio aegyptius

What is the common name of Senecio aegyptius?

Egyptian Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio aegyptius?

Senecio aegyptius is found in dry, disturbed habitats in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

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