Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carpetanus
ID:
36376

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pugill. Pl. Afr. Bor. Hispan. : 59 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035705



Common Names

  • Carpet Groundsel
  • Carpet Senecio
  • Carpet Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Senecio celtibericus Pau [unknown]

Description

Senecio carpetanus (also called Carpet Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a woody base and is covered with white hairs. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio carpetanus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio carpetanus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio carpetanus is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Senecio carpetanus

Senecio carpetanus is found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Senecio carpetanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio carpetanus?

Senecio carpetanus

What is the common name of Senecio carpetanus?

Carpetanus Senecio

Where does Senecio carpetanus grow?

Senecio carpetanus is found in Venezuela.

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-134534: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.