Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
almasensis
ID:
128536

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 392 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127865



Common Names

  • Senecio almasensis
  • Silver Ragwort
  • Almas Ragwort


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Description

Senecio almasensis (also called Almas Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry, open areas. It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio almasensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio almasensis is yellow with a single row of petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio almasensis is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. The divisions should be planted in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Senecio almasensis

Senecio almasensis is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in the mountainous regions of the islands.

Senecio almasensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio almasensis?

Senecio almasensis

What is the natural habitat of Senecio almasensis?

It is found in dry forests of Mexico and Central America

What are the uses of Senecio almasensis?

It is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-88852: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.