Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albifolius
ID:
23036

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 389 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022365



Common Names

  • Albifolius Senecio
  • White Ragwort
  • White Groundsel


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Description

Senecio albifolius (also called White-leaved Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of the Mediterranean. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in open grasslands, rocky areas, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio albifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio albifolius is a yellow disc floret, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are initially small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio albifolius is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio albifolius

Senecio albifolius is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Senecio albifolius FAQ

What type of plant is Senecio albifolius?

Senecio albifolius is a type of perennial herb.

Where does Senecio albifolius grow?

Senecio albifolius grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woods.

What is the lifespan of Senecio albifolius?

The lifespan of Senecio albifolius is up to 4 years.

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,