Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kongboensis
ID:
135573

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ludlow

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 5(5): 281 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134902



Common Names

  • Senecio Kongboensis
  • Kongboensis Ragwort
  • Kongboensis Groundsel


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Description

Senecio kongboensis (also called Kongbo Groundsel, among many other common names) is a flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to China. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio kongboensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio kongboensis is yellow and daisy-like with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio kongboensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate drought and frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio kongboensis

Senecio kongboensis is native to the Himalayas and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Senecio kongboensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio kongboensis?

Senecio kongboensis

What is the common name of Senecio kongboensis?

Senecio

What is the natural habitat of Senecio kongboensis?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-95671: Based on the initial data import
Frank Ludlow (1885-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ludlow' in the authors string.