Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
citriceps
ID:
93382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard & B.L.Burtt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 34(3): 278 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092711



Common Names

  • Citrus Senecio
  • Silver Ragwort
  • Lemon Daisy


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Description

Senecio citriceps (also called Citrus groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a fibrous root system and grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 meters. The leaves are ovate to lanceolate and yellow-green in color. It is found in moist forests and scrublands at elevations of 0-1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio citriceps is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio citriceps has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio citriceps can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Senecio citriceps

Senecio citriceps is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Senecio citriceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio citriceps?

Senecio citriceps

What is the common name of Senecio citriceps?

Lemon-Stem Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio citriceps?

Grasslands and scrublands

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-48949: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.