Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
californicus
ID:
59909

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 426 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059238



Common Names

  • California ragwort
  • California groundsel
  • Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio coronopus Nutt. [unknown]
  • Senecio californicus californicus [unknown]
  • Senecio ammophilus Greene [unknown]
  • Senecio californicus ammophilus Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Senecio californicus (also called California Groundsel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to western North America and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio californicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in landscaping. It has been used to treat respiratory conditions such as asthma and bronchitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio californicus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio californicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Senecio californicus

Senecio californicus is native to California and can be found in coastal areas, chaparral, and open woodlands.

Senecio californicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio californicus?

Senecio californicus

What are the common names of Senecio californicus?

California Groundsel

What is the habitat of Senecio californicus?

Senecio californicus is found in dry, open areas in California

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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