Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
66471

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts v. (1861) 142.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065800



Common Names

  • Graceful ragwort
  • Graceful groundsel
  • Graceful senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio polypodioides B.L.Rob. & Greenm. [unknown]
  • Erechtites polypodioides Greene [unknown]

Description

Senecio gracilipes (also called Slender Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio gracilipes is a perennial herb that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive yellow flowers and its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It is also used to help prevent soil erosion and can be used as a natural fence or barrier.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio gracilipes has a flower with white petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio gracilipes is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio gracilipes

Senecio gracilipes is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe, including the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathians.

Senecio gracilipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio gracilipes?

Senecio gracilipes

What is the common name of Senecio gracilipes?

Slender Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio gracilipes?

Open, dry 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,

References