Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
infimus
ID:
97310

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 10: 557, fig. 4 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096639



Common Names

  • Senecio infimus
  • Low Ragwort
  • Small Ragwort


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Description

Senecio infimus (also called Dwarf Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a single stem, and its leaves are oblong-lanceolate, with a smooth margin. It is found in open areas and grasslands, and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio infimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an expectorant and to treat coughs and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio infimus is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with a diameter of 5-7 mm. The seed is a small, black achene with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a diameter of 2-3 mm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio infimus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Senecio infimus

Senecio infimus is native to South Africa and can be found in the states of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe.

Senecio infimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio infimus?

Senecio infimus

What is the common name of Senecio infimus?

Low Groundsel

Where is Senecio infimus found?

It is found in the mountains of Central and Southern 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-5278: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.