Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lobelioides
ID:
72522

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 382 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071851



Common Names

  • Lobelioides Senecio
  • Lobelioides Ragwort
  • Lobelioides Groundsel


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Description

Senecio lobelioides (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem that grows up to 20 cm tall and has white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio lobelioides is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio lobelioides is yellow and daisy-like, with a single row of petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio lobelioides is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be sown directly in the garden in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Senecio lobelioides

Senecio lobelioides is native to South Africa and can be found in grassy areas, such as meadows, fields, and roadsides.

Senecio lobelioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio lobelioides?

Senecio lobelioides

What is the natural habitat of Senecio lobelioides?

It is native to South Africa.

What are the uses of Senecio lobelioides?

It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin disorders.

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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