Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplectens
ID:
93307

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Sci. Arts , ser. 2, 33: 240 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092636



Common Names

  • Senecio amplectens
  • Clasping Groundsel
  • Clasping Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio pagosanus A.Heller [unknown]
  • Ligularia amplectens amplectens [unknown]
  • Senecio amplectens amplectens [unknown]
  • Ligularia amplectens (A.Gray) W.A.Weber [unknown]

Description

Senecio amplectens (also called Bordered Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of South America. It has a hairy stem and its leaves are ovate and serrated. It grows in moist and sunny areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio amplectens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio amplectens var. holmii (Greene) H.D.Harr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio amplectens has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio amplectens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division of the rhizomes. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is drought tolerant. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Senecio amplectens

Senecio amplectens can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Senecio amplectens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio amplectens?

Senecio amplectens

What is the natural habitat of Senecio amplectens?

Grasslands and meadows in the Mediterranean region

What is the blooming season of Senecio amplectens?

April to June

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-48878: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.