Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilicifolius
ID:
20857

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. 2: 871. 1753 [1 May 1753]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020186



Common Names

  • Holly-leaved Senecio
  • Senecio Ilicifolius
  • Holly-leaved Groundsel


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Description

Senecio ilicifolius (also called Holly-Leaved Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and grows up to 1 m tall. It is found in rocky habitats, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio ilicifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio ilicifolius is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio ilicifolius is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Senecio ilicifolius

Senecio ilicifolius is native to South America, and is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is a common plant in grasslands and open areas.

Senecio ilicifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio ilicifolius?

Senecio ilicifolius

What is the common name of Senecio ilicifolius?

Holly-Leaf Senecio

What is the natural habitat of Senecio ilicifolius?

It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America

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,

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