Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chipauquilensis
ID:
18580

Status:
valid

Authors:
Troiani & Steibel

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 58(3): 285 (-287; fig. 1) (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017909



Common Names

  • Senecio Chipauquilensis
  • Chipauquil Ragwort
  • Ragwort


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Description

Senecio chipauquilensis (also called Chipauquil Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a single stem with opposite, ovate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio chipauquilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio chipauquilensis has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio chipauquilensis is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Senecio chipauquilensis

Senecio chipauquilensis can be found in Central and South America.

Senecio chipauquilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio chipauquilensis?

Senecio chipauquilensis

What is the common name of Senecio chipauquilensis?

Chipauquilensis

Where is Senecio chipauquilensis found?

Senecio chipauquilensis is found in Peru.

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-117326: Based on the initial data import
Héctor O. Troiani: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Troiani' in the authors string.
Pedro Eduardo Steibel (1944-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steibel' in the authors string.