Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hesperidum
ID:
20426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jahand. & al.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Jahand. & al. in Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 22. 1931. 297 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019755



Common Names

  • Senecio Hesperidum
  • Hesperidum
  • Hesperidum Daisy


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Description

Senecio hesperidum (also called Orange Groundsel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It is an annual herb with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio hesperidum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. Its flowers attract bees and butterflies. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio hesperidum is a small yellow flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio hesperidum is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix until they root.

Where to Find Senecio hesperidum

Senecio hesperidum is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides, slopes, and rocky outcrops. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Senecio hesperidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio hesperidum?

Senecio hesperidum

What is the natural habitat of Senecio hesperidum?

It is native to the western United States.

What are the common names of Senecio hesperidum?

It is commonly known as western ragwort or western groundsel.

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

Émile Jahandiez (1876-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jahand.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:245489-1: Based on the initial data import