Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cisplatinus
ID:
6880

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 7: 71, fig. 7 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006209



Common Names

  • Senecio cisplatinus
  • Cisplatinus Senecio
  • Cisplatinus Groundsel


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Description

Senecio cisplatinus (also called Silver Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has small yellow flowers and silvery-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio cisplatinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio cisplatinus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1 mm. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a diameter of 5 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio cisplatinus is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Senecio cisplatinus

Senecio cisplatinus is native to Mexico and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Senecio cisplatinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio cisplatinus?

Senecio cisplatinus

What is the natural habitat of Senecio cisplatinus?

Senecio cisplatinus is native to South America.

What are the uses of Senecio cisplatinus?

Senecio cisplatinus is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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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