Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
agapetes
ID:
1336075

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
ipni

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 95 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348529



Common Names

  • Senecio Agapetes
  • Agapetes Ragwort
  • Agapetes Groundsel


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Description

Senecio agapetes (also called 'Candelilla', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio agapetes is a species of daisy that is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio agapetes is yellow in color, with a star-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio agapetes is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Senecio agapetes

Senecio agapetes is native to Mexico and can be found in nurseries and garden centers that specialize in Mexican plants.

Senecio agapetes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio agapetes?

Senecio agapetes

What is the common name of Senecio agapetes?

Agapetes Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio agapetes?

Senecio agapetes is found in dry, sunny areas in Europe 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

Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:961734-1: Based on the initial data import