Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispidulus
ID:
91947

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Voy. Astrolabe 2: 92. 1834

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091276



Common Names

  • Senecio hispidulus
  • Rough Groundsel
  • Rough Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio hispidulus hispidulus [unknown]

Description

Senecio hispidulus (also called Bristly Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio hispidulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a cut flower, and as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio hispidulus is a yellow-white composite flower head with a large number of small tubular florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio hispidulus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. The divisions should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and slightly alkaline. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Senecio hispidulus

Senecio hispidulus can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Senecio hispidulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio hispidulus?

Senecio hispidulus

What is the common name of Senecio hispidulus?

Hairy Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio hispidulus?

It is found in dry stony places in the mountains of Central Asia

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-47544: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.