Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mattfeldianus
ID:
106502

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Brittonia vii. 59 (1950).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000105831



Common Names

  • Senecio Mattfeldianus
  • Silver Ragwort
  • Mattfeld's Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio sagittifolius Arechav. [unknown]

Description

Senecio mattfeldianus (also called 'Mattfeld's Ragwort', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and scrublands. It has yellow daisy-like flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio mattfeldianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also known for its medicinal properties, including its ability to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio mattfeldianus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio mattfeldianus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Senecio mattfeldianus

Senecio mattfeldianus is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Senecio mattfeldianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio mattfeldianus?

Senecio mattfeldianus

What is the common name of Senecio mattfeldianus?

Mattfeld's Ragwort

What type of plant is Senecio mattfeldianus?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-6386: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.