Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multidentatus
ID:
86629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 243 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085958



Common Names

  • Senecio Multidentatus
  • Multidentatus Senecio
  • Many-toothed Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio multidentatus multidentatus [unknown]

Description

Senecio multidentatus (also called Many-toothed Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are oblong and deeply lobed with toothed margins. The flowers are yellow and clustered in a head. It is found in dry, open woods and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio multidentatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio multidentatus var. huachucanus (A.Gray) T.M.Barkley

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio multidentatus has small, yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio multidentatus is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late fall and covered lightly with soil. Division of clumps should be done in early spring or late fall.

Where to Find Senecio multidentatus

Senecio multidentatus is found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.

Senecio multidentatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio multidentatus?

Senecio multidentatus

What is the common name of Senecio multidentatus?

Many-toothed Groundsel

What is the family of Senecio multidentatus?

Asteraceae

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-42347: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.