Senecio cakilefolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cakilefolius
ID:
124363
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 408 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123692
Common Names
- Beach Aster
- Sea Aster
- Senecio cakilefolius
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Senecio cakilefolius cakilefolius [unknown]
Description
Senecio cakilefolius (also called Sea Rocket, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils, coastal dunes, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio cakilefolius is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senecio cakilefolius is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senecio cakilefolius is an annual plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Senecio cakilefolius
Senecio cakilefolius is found in coastal areas of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
Senecio cakilefolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senecio cakilefolius?
Senecio cakilefolius
What type of plant is Senecio cakilefolius?
It is an annual herbaceous plant.
Where is Senecio cakilefolius found?
It is found in coastal areas of the Mediterranean, the Black Sea, and the Atlantic Ocean.
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-84830: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.