Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cinerascens
ID:
64038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
gcc

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 3: 191 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063367



Common Names

  • Senecio cinerascens
  • Ashy Ragwort
  • Gray Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio namaquanus Bolus [unknown]
  • Cineraria seminuda Klatt ex Schinz [unknown]
  • Cineraria seminuda Klatt [unknown]
  • Senecio tomentosus Salisb. [unknown]

Description

Senecio cinerascens (also called Silver Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean Basin and Macaronesia. It is typically found in dry meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of silvery-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio cinerascens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio cinerascens is yellow, with a single head of florets. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio cinerascens is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2m. It is native to South Africa and is found in temperate regions. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 10cm long. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Once the cuttings have taken root, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Senecio cinerascens

Senecio cinerascens is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Senecio cinerascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio cinerascens?

Senecio cinerascens

What is the common name of Senecio cinerascens?

Ashy Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio cinerascens?

Senecio cinerascens is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas in the western United States.

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-20339: Based on the initial data import
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.