Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gallicus
ID:
61965

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vill.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Vill. in Chaix, Pl. Vapinc. 1785. 67 1785

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061294



Common Names

  • Senecio Gallicus
  • French Senecio
  • Gallic Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio difficilis Dufour [unknown]
  • Senecio alboranicus Maire [unknown]
  • Cineraria uliginosa Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Senecio scheuchzeri Gaudin [unknown]
  • Senecio uliginosus DC. [unknown]
  • Jacobanthus gallicus Fourr. [unknown]
  • Senecio exsquameus Brot. [unknown]
  • Senecio coronopifolius Willd. ex Ball [unknown]
  • Senecio squalidus Willd. [unknown]
  • Senecio desquamatus Willd. [unknown]
  • Cineraria anthemoides Lam. [unknown]

Description

Senecio gallicus (also called French Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and its leaves are ovate to lanceolate. It grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio gallicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio gallicus is yellow and daisy-like. It has a single row of petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio gallicus is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Provide full sun to partial shade and water regularly.

Where to Find Senecio gallicus

Senecio gallicus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas. It is available from nurseries and online retailers.

Senecio gallicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio gallicus?

Senecio gallicus

What is the common name of Senecio gallicus?

French Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio gallicus?

Dry, rocky slopes in the western United States

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,

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