Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lycopodioides
ID:
30130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 27(1-2): 210 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029459



Common Names

  • Senecio Lycopodioides
  • Lycopodioides Senecio
  • Senecio Lycopodioides


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Description

Senecio lycopodioides (also called 'Lycopodium Groundsel', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, open habitats. It has a woody stem and produces yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio lycopodioides is an ornamental plant that is commonly used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive white flowers and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio lycopodioides is a white, daisy-like head of florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a tuft of white hairs at the top. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped and covered in soft hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio lycopodioides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Senecio lycopodioides

Senecio lycopodioides can be found in the Alps, mainly in Austria and Switzerland.

Senecio lycopodioides FAQ

What are the common names of Senecio lycopodioides?

Clubmoss Groundsel

What is the growth habit of Senecio lycopodioides?

It is an annual herb with a single stem and a few leaves.

What is the flowering season of Senecio lycopodioides?

It flowers from April to August.

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-12847: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.