Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
junodii
ID:
64856

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & Burtt Davy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1936: 81 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064185



Common Names

  • Senecio junodii
  • Mountain Ragwort
  • Mountain Groundsel


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Description

Senecio junodii (also called 'Junod's Ragwort', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes. It has small, lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio junodii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers, and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio junodii has yellow-orange tubular flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio junodii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as profusely. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio junodii

Senecio junodii is native to South Africa. It is found in rocky grassland, open woodlands, and dry bushveld.

Senecio junodii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio junodii?

Senecio junodii

What is the common name of Senecio junodii?

Junod's Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio junodii?

Southern Africa

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-21144: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Joseph Burtt Davy (1870-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burtt Davy' in the authors string.