Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muricatus
ID:
128847

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. 2: 159 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128176



Common Names

  • Senecio muricatus
  • Muricatus Senecio
  • Muricatus Ragwort


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Description

Senecio muricatus (also called Mexican Flame Vine, among many other common names) is a woody vine native to Mexico and Central America. It has bright orange-red flowers and long, thin leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio muricatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio muricatus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio muricatus can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist soil. Both methods should be done in a sunny location.

Where to Find Senecio muricatus

Senecio muricatus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Senecio muricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio muricatus?

Senecio muricatus

What is the common name of Senecio muricatus?

Rough Ragwort

What is the family of Senecio muricatus?

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,

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