Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosus
ID:
94596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(16): 138 (ed. fol.) (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093925



Common Names

  • Senecio
  • Formosus
  • Showy Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio cervilingua Sch.Bip. ex Wedd. [unknown]
  • Senecio tabacon Turcz. [unknown]

Description

Senecio formosus (also called 'Mountain Ragwort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its bright yellow daisy-like flowers and dark green, deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio formosus has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It has also been used as a food source and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio formosus has yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio formosus is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring.

Where to Find Senecio formosus

Senecio formosus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Senecio formosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio formosus?

Senecio formosus

What is the common name of Senecio formosus?

Beautiful groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio formosus?

Senecio formosus is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

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,