Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atacamensis
ID:
11811

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Nac. Santiago de Chile 1891: 46 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011140



Common Names

  • Senecio atacamensis
  • Atacamensis Senecio
  • Atacamensis


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Description

Senecio atacamensis (also called 'Atacama groundsel', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio atacamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory issues and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio atacamensis is yellow and has a single head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio atacamensis is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer and replant it in a new location. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Senecio atacamensis

Senecio atacamensis is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes. It is also found in parts of Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.

Senecio atacamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio atacamensis?

Senecio atacamensis

What is the common name of Senecio atacamensis?

Atacama Groundsel

Where is Senecio atacamensis native to?

South America

What type of soil does Senecio atacamensis prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

How tall does Senecio atacamensis grow?

Up to 24 inches

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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