Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
juniperinus
ID:
81315

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 371 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080644



Common Names

  • Senecio juniperinus
  • Juniper Ragwort
  • Juniper Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio polyanthemus polyanthemus [unknown]
  • Senecio juniperinus juniperinus [unknown]
  • Senecio cruciatus L.f. [unknown]
  • Senecio polyanthemus DC. [unknown]

Description

Senecio juniperinus (also called Juniper Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It grows in rocky soils, dry grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio juniperinus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio juniperinus var. epitrachys (DC.) Harv.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio juniperinus is a yellow-orange disc-shaped flower head with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio juniperinus is a perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location and kept well-watered until established.

Where to Find Senecio juniperinus

Senecio juniperinus can be found in dry, rocky areas in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Senecio juniperinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio juniperinus?

Senecio juniperinus

What is the common name of Senecio juniperinus?

Juniper ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio juniperinus?

Dry, rocky soils in coastal areas

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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