Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
francoisii
ID:
77369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 8: 17 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076698



Common Names

  • Senecio Francoisii
  • Francois' Groundsel
  • Francois' Ragwort


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Description

Senecio francoisii (also called Francois' Ragwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, grey-green leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. Native to South Africa, it is found in rocky places, dry meadows, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio francoisii is a species of flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are white and attract pollinators, and its leaves can be used in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio francoisii is a yellow, daisy-like bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio francoisii is a perennial herb native to Europe. It is most commonly found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, woodlands, and chaparral. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Senecio francoisii

Senecio francoisii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Senecio francoisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio francoisii?

Senecio francoisii

What is the common name of Senecio francoisii?

Francois' Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio francoisii?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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,