Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albanensis
ID:
63243

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 385 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062572



Common Names

  • Senecio albanensis
  • Albanian Senecio
  • Albanian Ragwort


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Description

Senecio albanensis (also called Albanian Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with the leaves being ovate in shape and up to 5 cm long. It is native to the Caucasus region and grows in dry grasslands, steppes and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio albanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a food source for livestock, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio albanensis var. doroniciflorus (DC.) Harv.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio albanensis is yellow in color, with five petals and a star-shaped center. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings of Senecio albanensis have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio albanensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in spring and summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Senecio albanensis

Senecio albanensis is native to Albania and can be found in the mountains of the country.

Senecio albanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio albanensis?

Senecio albanensis

What is the common name of Senecio albanensis?

Albanian ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio albanensis?

It is found in rocky and grassy areas of the Balkans

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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