Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevis
ID:
37870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Compos. Madagascar 134, 304 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037199



Common Names

  • Senecio Laevis
  • Smooth Senecio
  • Smooth Ragwort


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Description

Senecio laevis (also called Senecio laevis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in open areas, grasslands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio laevis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It has been used in traditional medicine for treating a range of ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio laevis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a rosette of long, narrow, toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio laevis is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. When sowing the seeds, they should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The clumps should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in well-draining soil.

Where to Find Senecio laevis

Senecio laevis can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands in Africa.

Senecio laevis FAQ

What are the common uses of Senecio laevis?

Senecio laevis is commonly used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb.

What is the optimal growing environment for Senecio laevis?

Senecio laevis prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the natural habitat of Senecio laevis?

Senecio laevis is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky 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,