Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divaricoides
ID:
69904

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera in M.N.Correa

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Fl. Patagonica 7: 250, fig. 253 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069233



Common Names

  • Senecio divaricoides
  • Divaricate Groundsel
  • Divaricate Senecio


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Description

Senecio divaricoides (also called spreading groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It grows in moist soils, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio divaricoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for cut flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio divaricoides is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of about 3 cm. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio divaricoides is a perennial plant that is grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by taking cuttings from the parent plant. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a potting mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Senecio divaricoides

Senecio divaricoides is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Senecio divaricoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio divaricoides?

Senecio divaricoides

What is the common name of Senecio divaricoides?

Divaricate Groundsel

What is the family of Senecio divaricoides?

Asteraceae

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-26066: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Maevia Noemí Correa (1914-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.N.Correa' in the authors string.