Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ochrocarpus
ID:
43452

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv. & Hiern

Source:
gcc

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 416 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042781



Common Names

  • Senecio ochrocarpus
  • Ochrocarpus Senecio
  • Ochrocarpus Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio steudelii albido-tomentosa A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Senecio ochrocarpus (also called Ochre-fruited Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas such as meadows, grasslands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio ochrocarpus is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and stomach pains. It is also used to make a yellow dye and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio ochrocarpus is yellow and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio ochrocarpus is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is a relatively easy plant to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame or in a sheltered area outdoors in the spring. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until they germinate. Once established, Senecio ochrocarpus is quite drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Senecio ochrocarpus

Senecio ochrocarpus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas such as canyons and hillsides.

Senecio ochrocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio ochrocarpus?

Senecio ochrocarpus

What is the common name of Senecio ochrocarpus?

Yellow-fruited Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio ochrocarpus?

Grasslands and open woodlands 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-141383: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.