Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diaschides
ID:
114301

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.G.Drury

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
New Zealand Journal of Botany 12 1974

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113630



Common Names

  • Senecio diaschides
  • African Daisy
  • Blue Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Senecio cahillii Belcher [unknown]

Description

Senecio diaschides (also called 'Blue Ragwort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and produces daisy-like yellow flowers. It grows in sunny areas and can be found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio diaschides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio diaschides has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio diaschides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming. Divide the clumps every two to three years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Senecio diaschides

Senecio diaschides can be found in the Canary Islands.

Senecio diaschides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio diaschides?

Senecio diaschides

What are the common names of Senecio diaschides?

Common names of Senecio diaschides include Diaschide's Ragwort and Diaschide's Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio diaschides?

Senecio diaschides is native to the mountains of Mexico

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-7466: Based on the initial data import
David Geoffrey Drury (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Drury' in the authors string.