Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madariagae
ID:
72037

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Nac. Santiago de Chile 1891: 45 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071366



Common Names

  • Senecio madariagae
  • Madariagae Senecio
  • Senecio Plant


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Description

Senecio madariagae (also called Madariaga's ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem and grows up to 60 cm tall. Its leaves are greyish-green and its flowers are yellow. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio madariagae is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio madariagae is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio madariagae is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Senecio madariagae

Senecio madariagae is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts and scrublands.

Senecio madariagae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio madariagae?

Senecio madariagae

What is the natural habitat of Senecio madariagae?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

What are the uses of Senecio madariagae?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating skin conditions, respiratory ailments, and digestive problems.

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,

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