Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bravensis
ID:
63367

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 4: 300, fig. 94 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062696



Common Names

  • Bravensis Senecio
  • Bravensis Groundsel
  • Bravensis Ragwort


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Description

Senecio bravensis (also called Brave's Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a long, thin stem and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky slopes and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio bravensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio bravensis has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio bravensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plants should be grown in full sun and will tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Senecio bravensis

Senecio bravensis is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be found in moist, low-lying areas such as riverbanks and wetlands.

Senecio bravensis FAQ

What are the requirements for growing Senecio bravensis?

Senecio bravensis requires full sun to partial shade, well-draining soil, and regular watering.

What is the best way to propagate Senecio bravensis?

The best way to propagate Senecio bravensis is by division or cuttings.

What pests or diseases affect Senecio bravensis?

Common pests and diseases that affect Senecio bravensis include aphids, slugs, and powdery mildew.

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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