Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breviscapus
ID:
9217

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 418 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008546



Common Names

  • Senecio breviscapus
  • Short-stemmed Ragwort
  • Short-stemmed Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio acaulis Phil. [unknown]
  • Werneria wernerioides (Wedd.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Senecio chamaecephalus Wedd. [unknown]
  • Senecio wernerioides wernerioides [unknown]
  • Senecio wernerioides Wedd. [unknown]
  • Werneria cortusifolia Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Senecio breviscapus (also called Short-scaped Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio breviscapus is a species of daisy that is used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, as well as to reduce inflammation and improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio breviscapus has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio breviscapus is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Senecio breviscapus

Senecio breviscapus can be found in South Africa.

Senecio breviscapus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio breviscapus?

Senecio breviscapus

What is the common name of Senecio breviscapus?

Short-scaped Ragwort

What is the growth habit of Senecio breviscapus?

It is an annual herb with a sprawling habit

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,