Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cotyledonis
ID:
36041

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 402 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035370



Common Names

  • Senecio cotyledonis
  • Mexican Groundsel
  • Mexican Ragwort


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Description

Senecio cotyledonis (also called Cotyledon Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a single stem that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grassland and steppe habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio cotyledonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Senecio cotyledonis flower has yellow petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio cotyledonis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Senecio cotyledonis

Senecio cotyledonis is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West.

Senecio cotyledonis FAQ

What are the common names of Senecio cotyledonis?

Cotyledon Ragwort

Where is Senecio cotyledonis native to?

South Africa

What is the growth habit of Senecio cotyledonis?

Erect, herbaceous perennial

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,