Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cryptocephalus
ID:
62916

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 15: 78. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062245



Common Names

  • Cryptocephalus Groundsel
  • Cryptocephalus Senecio
  • Cryptocephalus Ragwort


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Description

Senecio cryptocephalus (also called Mountain Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has small, yellow flowers with dark centers and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It is commonly found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio cryptocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio cryptocephalus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a white tuft of hairs at one end.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio cryptocephalus is an annual plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and can be propagated by seed. Seeds can be sown in the spring or fall and should be kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Senecio cryptocephalus

Senecio cryptocephalus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Senecio cryptocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio cryptocephalus?

Senecio cryptocephalus

What is the family of Senecio cryptocephalus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Senecio cryptocephalus?

Cryptocephalid groundsel

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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