Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macranthus
ID:
78253

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Voy. Astrolabe 2: 126. 1834

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077582



Common Names

  • Macranthus Senecio
  • Macranthus Groundsel
  • Senecio Macranthus


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Description

Senecio macranthus (also called Large-flowered Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky areas and open grasslands, and has ovate-lanceolate leaves and yellow-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio macranthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio macranthus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio macranthus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the mountains of South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Senecio macranthus

Senecio macranthus is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in open woodlands.

Senecio macranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio macranthus?

Senecio macranthus

What is the natural habitat of Senecio macranthus?

Open woodlands and grasslands

What is the flowering season of Senecio macranthus?

Spring and early summer

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-34208: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.