Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolius
ID:
5272

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Willd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 3: 1973 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004601



Common Names

  • Senecio angustifolius
  • Narrowleaf Ragwort
  • Narrowleaf Senecio


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Description

Senecio angustifolius (also called narrow-leaved ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that can reach up to 1 m in height. The leaves are oblong-lanceolate and have a serrated margin. It grows in meadows, pastures and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio angustifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions, respiratory issues, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio angustifolius is yellow with a single head and a long stem. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio angustifolius is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be used.

Where to Find Senecio angustifolius

Senecio angustifolius is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in moist, shady areas at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Senecio angustifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio angustifolius?

Senecio angustifolius

What is the common name of Senecio angustifolius?

Narrow-leaved ragwort

Where is Senecio angustifolius native to?

Western North America

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-104426: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.