Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
holubii
ID:
72832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & Burtt Davy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1936: 81 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072161



Common Names

  • Senecio
  • Holubii
  • Senecio Holubii


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Description

Senecio holubii (also called Mountain Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in grassland and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio holubii is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used as a ground cover in dry conditions. It is also attractive to butterflies and other pollinators, making it a great addition to any garden. It is also known to be a good source of nectar for bees and can be used as a medicinal plant. It is also known to be a good source of food for birds and can be used as an ornamental plant. It is also known to be a good source of fiber for weaving and can be used as an herbal remedy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio holubii is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Senecio holubii is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling of Senecio holubii is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio holubii is an evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Senecio holubii

Senecio holubii is native to South Africa and can be found in the grasslands of the Eastern Cape.

Senecio holubii FAQ

What type of plant is Senecio holubii?

Senecio holubii is a species of flowering plant in the aster family.

Where is Senecio holubii found?

Senecio holubii is native to the mountains of western North America.

What is the scientific name of Senecio holubii?

The scientific name of Senecio holubii is Senecio holubii.

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-28913: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Joseph Burtt Davy (1870-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burtt Davy' in the authors string.