Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
killipii
ID:
90537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 15: 85. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089866



Common Names

  • Killip's Senecio
  • Senecio Killipii
  • Tall Ragwort


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Description

Senecio killipii (also called Killip's ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Caribbean. It grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, and can reach up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio killipii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio killipii is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio killipii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate in a sunny, well-drained location. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Senecio killipii

Senecio killipii is native to South Africa, where it is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Senecio killipii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Senecio killipii?

Senecio killipii is native to the Philippines.

What is the growth habit of Senecio killipii?

Senecio killipii is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1 meter in height.

What is the average lifespan of Senecio killipii?

Senecio killipii has an average lifespan of 5 to 8 years.

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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