Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humbertii
ID:
21043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chang

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , Bot. 7: 153 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020372



Common Names

  • Senecio humbertii
  • Humbert's Ragwort
  • Humbert's Groundsel


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Description

Senecio humbertii (also called Humbert's ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio humbertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas that can help with digestion and boost the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio humbertii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio humbertii is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions should be taken in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Senecio humbertii

Senecio humbertii can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe.

Senecio humbertii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio humbertii?

Senecio humbertii

What is the common name of Senecio humbertii?

Humbert's Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio humbertii?

Senecio humbertii is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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,