Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burkartii
ID:
118915

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Notas Prelim. Mus. La Plata 3: 111, fig. 1. 1934

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118244



Common Names

  • Burkart's Senecio
  • Senecio
  • Burkartii


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Synonyms

  • Senecio hygrophilus Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Senecio burkartii (also called Burkart's Ragwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height and has yellow flowers. It is typically found in dry habitats such as deserts and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio burkartii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food and shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio burkartii has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio burkartii is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and dry to medium soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location. The plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Senecio burkartii

Radula portoricensis can be found in the Caribbean.

Senecio burkartii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio burkartii?

Senecio burkartii

What is the natural habitat of Senecio burkartii?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Senecio burkartii?

April to August

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