Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emiliopsis
ID:
139049

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 95 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138378



Common Names

  • Senecio Emiliopsis
  • Emiliopsis Ragwort
  • Emiliopsis Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio emilioides Baker [unknown]

Description

Senecio emiliopsis (also called alpine ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Alps, from France to Austria, and is found in alpine habitats such as meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio emiliopsis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio emiliopsis is yellow in color, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio emiliopsis is an annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a warm, moist environment until rooted.

Where to Find Senecio emiliopsis

Senecio emiliopsis is found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Senecio emiliopsis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio emiliopsis?

Senecio emiliopsis

What is the common name of Senecio emiliopsis?

Emiliopsis ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio emiliopsis?

Grassy areas, meadows, and pastures

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-99026: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.