Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cochabambensis
ID:
130168

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Blumea 7: 201, fig. 1, d-g (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129497



Common Names

  • Cochabamba Groundsel
  • Cochabamba Senecio
  • Cochabamba Ragwort


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Description

Senecio cochabambensis (also called Cochabamba Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a tall stem and grows to a height of about 1.5 meters. Its leaves are lanceolate, serrated and have a white midrib. This plant is commonly found in dry habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio cochabambensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make tea and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio cochabambensis has yellow, daisy-like flowers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio cochabambensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or by division of established plants. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer and thin the seedlings to about 10 cm apart. The plants will flower in late summer and can be cut back after flowering to encourage new growth. Propagation can also be done by division of established plants.

Where to Find Senecio cochabambensis

Senecio cochabambensis can be found in Bolivia, in the departments of Cochabamba and Santa Cruz.

Senecio cochabambensis FAQ

What are the common names of Senecio cochabambensis?

Senecio cochabambensis is commonly known as the Cochabamba Groundsel.

What is the optimal temperature for Senecio cochabambensis?

Senecio cochabambensis prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil does Senecio cochabambensis prefer?

Senecio cochabambensis prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

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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