Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucostachys
ID:
86406

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 307, in obs. (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085735



Common Names

  • Senecio leucostachys
  • White-Stemmed Ragwort
  • White-Stemmed Groundsel


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Description

Senecio leucostachys (also called White-Stem Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small yellow flower heads and grows in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio leucostachys has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, a medicinal plant, and a food source. It is also used to make natural dyes and as a source of fiber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio leucostachys var. schreiteri (Cabrera) Tortosa & Adr.Bartoli

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio leucostachys is yellow, and the seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio leucostachys can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Senecio leucostachys

Senecio leucostachys is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open areas.

Senecio leucostachys FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Senecio leucostachys?

Senecio leucostachys prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the ideal temperature for Senecio leucostachys?

Senecio leucostachys prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best time of year to plant Senecio leucostachys?

Senecio leucostachys can be planted in the spring or 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,

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