Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humidanus
ID:
84862

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 95 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084191



Common Names

  • Humid Senecio
  • Humid Groundsel
  • Humid Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio hygrophilus R.A.Dyer & C.A.Sm. [unknown]
  • Senecio adnatus monactis (Sch.Bip.) Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Senecio humidanus (also called Senecio humidus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It typically grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has a single stem that can reach up to 0.5 meters in height and has small, yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio humidanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio humidanus is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio humidanus is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Senecio humidanus

Senecio humidanus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with moist soils.

Senecio humidanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio humidanus?

Senecio humidanus

What type of plant is Senecio humidanus?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Senecio humidanus?

Grasslands and meadows

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-40644: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.