Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blanchei
ID:
77776

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soldano

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 20-21: 7, nom. nov. (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077105



Common Names

  • Senecio blanchei
  • Blanche's Ragwort
  • Blanche's Groundsel


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Description

Senecio blanchei (also called 'Blanche's ragwort', 'Blanche's ragwort', 'Blanche's ragwort' among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio blanchei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat colds, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio blanchei is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with long stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio blanchei is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in spring or autumn. For division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist but well-draining soil.

Where to Find Senecio blanchei

Senecio blanchei is native to South Africa and can be found in open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Senecio blanchei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio blanchei?

Senecio blanchei

What are the common names of Senecio blanchei?

Blanche's Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio blanchei?

Senecio blanchei is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows

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-33741: Based on the initial data import
Adriano Soldano (1944-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soldano' in the authors string.