Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucus
ID:
27570

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 868 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026899



Common Names

  • Senecio glaucus
  • Glaucus Senecio
  • Senecio


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Description

Senecio glaucus (also called glaucous ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a height of up to 1 meter. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio glaucus is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used in traditional South American medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio glaucus sub. coronopifolius (Maire) C.Alexander
Senecio glaucus sub. glaucus
Senecio glaucus sub. cyprius Meikle

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio glaucus has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio glaucus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Senecio glaucus

Senecio glaucus can be found in South America, primarily in the countries of Bolivia, Peru, and Chile.

Senecio glaucus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio glaucus?

Senecio glaucus

What is the common name of Senecio glaucus?

Blue Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio glaucus?

Dry grassland and scrubland in the southwestern 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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