Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
confusus
ID:
74025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burtt

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073354



Common Names

  • Confused Senecio
  • Senecio
  • Confused Groundsel


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Description

Senecio confusus (also called Silver Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It has opposite, ovate leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio confusus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio confusus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio confusus is an annual herb that is best propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soil. It is easy to grow from seed and will flower in the first year.

Where to Find Senecio confusus

Senecio confusus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from southern France to Turkey and the Middle East.

Senecio confusus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio confusus?

Senecio confusus

What is the common name of Senecio confusus?

Confused Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio confusus?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

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-30098: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Dearman Burtt (1902-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burtt' in the authors string.