Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
marojejyensis
ID:
84477

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 15: 372 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083806



Common Names

  • Senecio
  • Marojejy Ragwort
  • Marojejy Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio marojejyensis marojejyensis [unknown]

Description

Senecio marojejyensis (also called Marojejy Senecio, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m and has small, yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio marojejyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its drought tolerance. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio marojejyensis var. latilimbus (Humbert) Humbert

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio marojejyensis is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio marojejyensis is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. It can be propagated by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio marojejyensis

Senecio marojejyensis is native to the Marojejy National Park in Madagascar. It can be found in the rainforest and in the high-altitude cloud forest.

Senecio marojejyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio marojejyensis?

Senecio marojejyensis

Where is Senecio marojejyensis found?

Senecio marojejyensis is found in Africa, mainly in Madagascar.

What are the characteristics of Senecio marojejyensis?

Senecio marojejyensis is an herbaceous plant that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves.

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-4028: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.