Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hederiformis
ID:
131297

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cron

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61(4): 527 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130626



Common Names

  • Hederiformis Senecio
  • Senecio Hederiformis
  • Senecio hederiformis


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Synonyms

  • Cineraria hederifolia Cron [unknown]

Description

Senecio hederiformis (also called 'Ivy-leaved Senecio', 'Ivy-leaved Ragwort' and 'Ivy-leaved Groundsel', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a low-growing, evergreen habit and its leaves are narrow and lanceolate.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio hederiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio hederiformis is a yellow-green daisy with a long stem and a spiny head. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, spiny rosettes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio hederiformis is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Senecio hederiformis

Senecio hederiformis is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Senecio hederiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio hederiformis?

Senecio hederiformis

What is the common name of Senecio hederiformis?

Ivy-Leaved Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio hederiformis?

Dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-9152: Based on the initial data import
Glynis V. Cron (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cron' in the authors string.