Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microbasis
ID:
6072

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Thomps.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 19: 175 (-176; fig. 35) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005401



Common Names

  • Small-flowered Groundsel
  • Small-flowered Senecio
  • Small-flowered Ragwort


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Description

Senecio microbasis (also called Small-flowered Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio microbasis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio microbasis is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio microbasis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or early spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is important to keep the soil moist during the growing season.

Where to Find Senecio microbasis

Senecio microbasis is native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is an annual herb that grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and riverbanks.

Senecio microbasis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio microbasis?

Senecio microbasis

What is the common name of Senecio microbasis?

Small-leaved Ragwort

What is the habitat of Senecio microbasis?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

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-105201: Based on the initial data import
Ian R. Thompson (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Thomps.' in the authors string.