Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anethifolius
ID:
86604

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 6 1838 [1837 publ. early Jan 1838]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085933



Common Names

  • Fennel-Leaved Ragwort
  • Fennel-Leaved Senecio
  • Fennel-Leaved Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio angustilobus F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Senecio anethifolius (also called 'Dill-leaved Ragwort', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a rosette of small, deeply lobed leaves and small yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio anethifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio anethifolius sub. anethifolius
Senecio anethifolius sub. brevibracteolatus I.Thomps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Senecio anethifolius flower is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio anethifolius is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Senecio anethifolius

Senecio anethifolius can be found in the eastern United States, from Florida to Maine and west to Texas.

Senecio anethifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio anethifolius?

Senecio anethifolius

What is the common name of Senecio anethifolius?

Dill-leaved Groundsel

What is the family of Senecio anethifolius?

Asteraceae

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-42324: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.