Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mimetes
ID:
70865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & R.A.Dyer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1934: 266 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070194



Common Names

  • Senecio Mimetes
  • Mimetes Groundsel
  • Mimetes Ragwort


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Description

Senecio mimetes (also called mimic groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio mimetes has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio mimetes has yellow flowers with five petals and a diameter of 1.5-2 cm. The seeds are small, oblong and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio mimetes is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division of the rootstock in spring. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, and requires regular watering during the summer months. It is hardy to USDA Zone 8.

Where to Find Senecio mimetes

Senecio mimetes is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in the wild in the Mediterranean region and in some nurseries.

Senecio mimetes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio mimetes?

Senecio mimetes

What type of plant is Senecio mimetes?

Senecio mimetes is a perennial herb

Where is Senecio mimetes found?

Senecio mimetes is found in South Africa

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-27001: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Robert Allen Dyer (1900-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Dyer' in the authors string.