Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrospermus
ID:
1131244

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 385 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001130582



Common Names

  • Macrospermus Senecio
  • Macrospermus Ragwort
  • Macrospermus Senecio


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Description

Senecio macrospermus (also called Large-seeded Senecio, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio macrospermus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio macrospermus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped, dark green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio macrospermus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When grown in containers, it should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. When grown in the garden, it should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly. For best results, fertilize the plant every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Senecio macrospermus

Senecio macrospermus can be found in Central America.

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,