Senecio kenteicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kenteicus
ID:
33698
Status:
valid
Authors:
Grubov
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Opred. Sosud. Rast. Mongolii 255 (1982) (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033027
Common Names
- Senecio Kenteicus
- Kenteicus Ragwort
- African Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Senecio kenteicus (also called Kente Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Africa and is typically found in open grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio kenteicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senecio kenteicus is yellow and daisy-like with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senecio kenteicus is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Senecio kenteicus
Senecio kenteicus is native to South America, and can be found in moist, shady areas. It is often found in forests and along streams.
Senecio kenteicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senecio kenteicus?
Senecio kenteicus
What is the natural habitat of Senecio kenteicus?
Senecio kenteicus is native to Africa
What is the flowering season of Senecio kenteicus?
Senecio kenteicus flowers in late summer and early fall
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
Valery Ivanovich Grubov (1917-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grubov' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:900940-1: Based on the initial data import