Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcensis
ID:
131743

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera & Zardini

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 16(4): 380 (-381), fig. 2 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131072



Common Names

  • Senecio Calcensis
  • Silver Ragwort
  • Cape Senecio


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Description

Senecio calcensis (also called Calcic Ragwort, among many other common names) is an herb native to South Africa. It has lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in rocky outcrops and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio calcensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a drought-tolerant groundcover. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio calcensis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a single central disc and multiple ray florets. The seed is a small, black seed with a rough surface. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio calcensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Senecio calcensis

Senecio calcensis is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Senecio calcensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio calcensis?

Senecio calcensis

What is the common name of Senecio calcensis?

Calc Senecio

What type of plant is Senecio calcensis?

Asteraceae

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-91950: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Elsa Matilde Zardini (1949-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zardini' in the authors string.