Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cristimontanus
ID:
36366

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 40(2): 272 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035695



Common Names

  • Cristobal Montane Daisy
  • Cristobal Montane Senecio
  • Cristobal Montane Groundsel


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Description

Senecio cristimontanus (also called Crested Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a woody base and is covered with white hairs. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio cristimontanus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio cristimontanus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio cristimontanus is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Deadheading is recommended to promote new growth.

Where to Find Senecio cristimontanus

Senecio cristimontanus can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Senecio cristimontanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio cristimontanus?

Senecio cristimontanus

What is the common name of Senecio cristimontanus?

Cristimontanus Senecio

Where does Senecio cristimontanus grow?

Senecio cristimontanus is found in Venezuela.

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-134524: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.