Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chrysocoma
ID:
130368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meerb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1777

Citation Micro:
Afb. Zeldz. Gew. 4: t. 39 (1777)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129697



Common Names

  • Golden Senecio
  • Golden Ragwort
  • Golden Chrysocoma


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Description

Senecio chrysocoma (also called Golden-haired Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio chrysocoma is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio chrysocoma is a yellow-green flower head, and the seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio chrysocoma is an annual herb that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in early spring in a sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plants can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Senecio chrysocoma

Senecio chrysocoma can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Portugal, Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Senecio chrysocoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio chrysocoma?

Senecio chrysocoma

What is the common name of Senecio chrysocoma?

Golden-haired Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio chrysocoma?

It is native to the Caucasus and Turkey.

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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