Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragrantissimus
ID:
128065

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tortosa & Bartoli

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15(4): 646 (-649; fig. 1) (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127394



Common Names

  • Fragrant Groundsel
  • Senecio fragrantissimus
  • Sweet Groundsel


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Description

Senecio fragrantissimus (also called Sweet-Scented Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are ovate and have a toothed margin. It grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio fragrantissimus has been used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used as an aromatic herb in cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio fragrantissimus is a yellow-green color and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio fragrantissimus is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division in spring or early summer. Plant divisions in a sunny spot with well-drained soil and water regularly until established.

Where to Find Senecio fragrantissimus

Senecio fragrantissimus is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.

Senecio fragrantissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio fragrantissimus?

Senecio fragrantissimus

What is the common name of Senecio fragrantissimus?

Fragrant Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio fragrantissimus?

Grasslands and meadows

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-88399: Based on the initial data import
Antonella Bartoli (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartoli' in the authors string.
Roberto D. Tortosa (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tortosa' in the authors string.