Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diphyllus
ID:
41606

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild. & Muschl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 49: 227 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040935



Common Names

  • Silver Ragwort
  • Silver Groundsel
  • Two-Leaf Ragwort


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Description

Senecio diphyllus (also called Two-leaved Groundsel, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to South Africa. It has two, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio diphyllus is a perennial herb native to North America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer and can attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio diphyllus has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have two opposite leaves and a single stem that grows up to 1m tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio diphyllus is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings and grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Senecio diphyllus

Senecio diphyllus is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Senecio diphyllus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Senecio diphyllus?

Senecio diphyllus is native to the dry grasslands of Argentina.

What is the scientific classification of Senecio diphyllus?

Senecio diphyllus belongs to the family Asteraceae and the genus Senecio.

What is the flowering season of Senecio diphyllus?

Senecio diphyllus flowers from October to December.

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-139587: Based on the initial data import
Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.