Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hydrophilus
ID:
116656

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 411 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115985



Common Names

  • Senecio hydrophilus
  • Water Groundsel
  • Water Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio sandwicensis Less. [unknown]
  • Senecio hydrophilus pacificus Greene [unknown]
  • Senecio hydrophilus hydrophilus [unknown]

Description

Senecio hydrophilus (also called Marsh Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Asteraceae. It has small, yellow daisy-like flowers and grows to a height of about 0.5 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in moist habitats such as marshes, ditches and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio hydrophilus is used for its medicinal properties to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio hydrophilus is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio hydrophilus is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. For cuttings, take cuttings from the current season's growth and place in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Senecio hydrophilus

Senecio hydrophilus is native to Europe and can be found in areas with wet, marshy soils. It is typically found in marshes, swamps, and other wetland areas.

Senecio hydrophilus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio hydrophilus?

Senecio hydrophilus

What is the common name of Senecio hydrophilus?

Water Ragwort

Where is Senecio hydrophilus native to?

Europe

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-77407: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.