Status:
valid
Authors:
Humb., Bonpl. & Kunth
Source:
gcc
Year:
1818
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4: 140, ed. folio (1818)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009391
Common Names
- Large-Leaved Senecio
- Large-Leaved Ragwort
- Large-Leaved Groundsel
Description
Senecio macrophyllus (also called large-leaved ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the western United States, and is found in dry, open areas such as deserts and rocky slopes. It has yellow flowers and large, lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio macrophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Senecio macrophyllus has yellow flowers with a single yellow center, small seeds, and small seedlings with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senecio macrophyllus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Senecio macrophyllus
Senecio macrophyllus is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands.
Senecio macrophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senecio macrophyllus?
Senecio macrophyllus
What is the common name of Senecio macrophyllus?
Large-leaved Ragwort
What type of plant is Senecio macrophyllus?
A flowering plant
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,