Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucophyllus
ID:
39358

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cheeseman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Transactions of the New Zealand Institute 28 1896

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038687



Common Names

  • Senecio Glaucophyllus
  • Silver Ragwort
  • Silver Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio lautus montanus Cheeseman [unknown]

Description

Senecio glaucophyllus (also called Glaucous-Leaved Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry grasslands, rocky places and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio glaucophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio glaucophyllus sub. discoideus (Cheeseman) Ornduff
Senecio glaucophyllus sub. glaucophyllus
Senecio glaucophyllus sub. basinudus Ornduff
Senecio glaucophyllus sub. toa C.J.Webb

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio glaucophyllus is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio glaucophyllus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Prune back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Senecio glaucophyllus

Senecio glaucophyllus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Senecio glaucophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio glaucophyllus?

Senecio glaucophyllus

What is the common name of Senecio glaucophyllus?

Glaucous-leaved Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio glaucophyllus?

Senecio glaucophyllus is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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