Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delicatulus
ID:
25184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera & Zardini

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Hickenia 1(37): 203. 1979

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024513



Common Names

  • Senecio delicatulus
  • Delicate Groundsel
  • Delicatulus Groundsel


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Description

Senecio delicatulus (also called Delicate Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is found in coastal areas, on hillsides, and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio delicatulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio delicatulus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio delicatulus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It is best grown in a sunny spot with good drainage. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Senecio delicatulus

Senecio delicatulus is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky areas.

Senecio delicatulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio delicatulus?

Senecio delicatulus

What is the common name of Senecio delicatulus?

Delicate Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio delicatulus?

Senecio delicatulus is native to South Africa.

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-123688: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Elsa Matilde Zardini (1949-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zardini' in the authors string.