Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
doronicum
ID:
88280

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 2: 1215 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087609



Common Names

  • Golden Ragwort
  • Senecio doronicum
  • Mountain Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Senecio doronicum doronicum [unknown]

Description

Senecio doronicum (also called 'Leopard's Bane', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer and long, narrow leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio doronicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and is believed to have medicinal properties that can help treat respiratory issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio doronicum sub. doronicum
Senecio doronicum sub. transylvanicus (Boiss.) Nyman
Senecio doronicum sub. longifolius (Willk.) J.Calvo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Senecio doronicum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. Its seedlings have long, thin stems with small, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio doronicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Senecio doronicum

Senecio doronicum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in many parts of Europe, including France, Spain, Italy, and Greece. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Senecio doronicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio doronicum?

Senecio doronicum

What is the common name of Senecio doronicum?

Doronicum

What is the natural habitat of Senecio doronicum?

It is found in the meadows and grasslands of Europe

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