Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aphanactis
ID:
33306

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 1(5): 220 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032635



Common Names

  • Senecio aphanactis
  • Aphanactis Ragwort
  • Hidden-flowered Senecio


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Description

Senecio aphanactis (also called Aphanactis Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to California. It grows in dry, sandy areas and has yellow flowers and small, green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio aphanactis is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Senecio aphanactis flower is a yellow, daisy-like flower. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are linear and lanceolate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio aphanactis is a perennial plant native to California and Baja California. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is easy to propagate from seed and cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Senecio aphanactis

Senecio aphanactis is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Senecio aphanactis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio aphanactis?

Senecio aphanactis

What type of plant is Senecio aphanactis?

Senecio aphanactis is a perennial herb

What is the growth habit of Senecio aphanactis?

Senecio aphanactis is a low-growing, spreading plant

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,

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