Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dissimulans
ID:
61801

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard & B.L.Burtt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 42(2): 233 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061130



Common Names

  • Dissimulans Senecio
  • Dissimulans Groundsel
  • Dissimulans Ragwort


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Description

Senecio dissimulans (also called False Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio dissimulans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio dissimulans has small, yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio dissimulans is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by sowing the seeds directly in the garden in the spring. The seeds should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Water regularly until the plants are established.

Where to Find Senecio dissimulans

Senecio dissimulans is native to the Mediterranean region.

Senecio dissimulans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio dissimulans?

Senecio dissimulans

What is the common name of Senecio dissimulans?

Dissimulant Groundsel

Where does Senecio dissimulans grow?

Senecio dissimulans grows in the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming

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-18154: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.