Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antisanae
ID:
115082

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 210 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114411



Common Names

  • Senecio antisanae
  • Antisana Groundsel
  • Antisana Ragwort


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Description

Senecio antisanae (also called Antisana groundsel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual or biennial herb, growing up to 0.6 m tall. It is native to South America. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio antisanae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio antisanae is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black achene. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio antisanae is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the root ball. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the root ball should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio antisanae

Senecio antisanae can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Ecuador.

Senecio antisanae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio antisanae?

Senecio antisanae

What is the common name of Senecio antisanae?

Antisana Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio antisanae?

Dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands

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,