Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
choczensis
ID:
123023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Preslia 44(4): 328 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122352



Common Names

  • Senecio choczensis
  • Chocó Groundsel
  • Chocó Ragwort


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Description

Senecio choczensis (also called Chocó Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to Colombia, and typically grows in moist, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio choczensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio choczensis is a small yellow-green flower head, with a few yellow disc florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few short hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio choczensis is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best grown in a sheltered spot and can be pruned to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Senecio choczensis

Senecio choczensis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Senecio choczensis FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Senecio choczensis?

Senecio choczensis is a perennial herb that prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

How often should I water Senecio choczensis?

Senecio choczensis should be watered regularly, but not too often. It prefers moist soil, but should not be allowed to become soggy.

How do I propagate Senecio choczensis?

Senecio choczensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in spring or autumn.

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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