Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
esleri
ID:
91806

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.J.Webb

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 27(4): 565 (1989) (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091135



Common Names

  • Senecio esleri
  • Esler's Ragwort
  • Esler's Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio brevitubulus I.Thomps. [unknown]

Description

Senecio esleri (also called Esler's ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has yellow flowers and grows in grassland and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio esleri is used as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory ailments. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties, and is used to treat coughs, colds, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio esleri is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are short and thin with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio esleri is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned back in the spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Senecio esleri

Senecio esleri is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Senecio esleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio esleri?

Senecio esleri

What is the common name of Senecio esleri?

Esler's Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio esleri?

Senecio esleri is found in alpine and subalpine meadows, rocky slopes, and open forests

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-47403: Based on the initial data import
Colin James Webb (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Webb' in the authors string.