Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cocuyanus
ID:
42619

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 27: 43. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041948



Common Names

  • Cocuyanus Senecio
  • Cocuyan Ragwort
  • Cocuyan Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Culcitium cocuyanum Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Senecio cocuyanus (also called Cocuy Senecio, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a silvery-green foliage and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio cocuyanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio cocuyanus has yellow flowers with a single head. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio cocuyanus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divided plants should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Senecio cocuyanus

Senecio cocuyanus is native to South America. It is found in moist, shady areas such as meadows and forests.

Senecio cocuyanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio cocuyanus?

Senecio cocuyanus

What type of plant is Senecio cocuyanus?

Senecio cocuyanus is a herb.

Where is Senecio cocuyanus found?

Senecio cocuyanus is found in Colombia.

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-140571: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.