Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grisebachii
ID:
127666

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 313 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126995



Common Names

  • Senecio
  • Grey's Ragwort
  • Grisebachii


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Synonyms

  • Senecio grisebachii grisebachii [unknown]
  • Senecio grisebachii grisebachii [unknown]

Description

Senecio grisebachii (also called Grisebach's Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas and is found in moist, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and ditches.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio grisebachii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, stomachache, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio grisebachii var. leptotus Cabrera
Senecio grisebachii for. anomalus Cabrera
Senecio grisebachii var. balansae (Baker ex Mart.) Cabrera
Senecio grisebachii var. pseudovernonioides Cabrera
Senecio grisebachii var. subincanus Cabrera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio grisebachii has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio grisebachii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently.

Where to Find Senecio grisebachii

Senecio grisebachii is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in rocky areas and dry meadows.

Senecio grisebachii FAQ

What is the common name of Senecio grisebachii?

Senecio grisebachii is commonly known as Grisebach's groundsel.

What are the medicinal uses of Senecio grisebachii?

Senecio grisebachii has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin problems.

What is the best way to grow Senecio grisebachii?

Senecio grisebachii prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to water it regularly and fertilize it every few weeks.

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