Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lusitanicus
ID:
1319106

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cout.) Pérez-Romero

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 47: 19 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331560



Common Names

  • Lusitanic Senecio
  • Lusitanic Groundsel
  • Lusitanic Ragwort


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Description

Senecio lusitanicus (also called Portuguese ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Portugal and Spain. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as cliffs and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio lusitanicus is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio lusitanicus is a small, yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio lusitanicus is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It should be planted in well-drained soil and watered regularly. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Senecio lusitanicus

Senecio lusitanicus can be found in Portugal, Spain, and Morocco.

Senecio lusitanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio lusitanicus?

Senecio lusitanicus

What is the family of Senecio lusitanicus?

Asteraceae

Where is Senecio lusitanicus found?

It is found in Portugal.

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

António Xavier Pereira Coutinho (1851-1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cout.' in the authors string.
Rafael Pérez-Romero: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez-Romero' in the authors string.