Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpus
ID:
18423

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Belcher

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 5(2): 119 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017752



Common Names

  • Senecio macrocarpus
  • Large-fruited Groundsel
  • Large-fruited Ragwort


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Description

Senecio macrocarpus (also called Large-fruited Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem and its leaves are ovate, with a length of up to 5 cm. It grows in disturbed soils, in dry and semi-arid regions.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio macrocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio macrocarpus is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio macrocarpus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated from seed, but it is not recommended as it takes a long time to germinate and establish.

Where to Find Senecio macrocarpus

Senecio macrocarpus is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky areas.

Senecio macrocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio macrocarpus?

Senecio macrocarpus

What type of plant is Senecio macrocarpus?

A perennial herb

Where is Senecio macrocarpus found?

It is found in the Canary Islands

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-117177: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Robert Orange Belcher (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Belcher' in the authors string.