Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
octolepis
ID:
44295

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 204 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043624



Common Names

  • Senecio Octolepis
  • Octopus Senecio
  • Senecio Octopus


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Description

Senecio octolepis (also called Octolepis Senecio, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and roadsides. Its small, yellow daisy-like flowers are arranged in clusters. Its leaves are lanceolate and covered with soft hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio octolepis is a perennial herb that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive yellow flowers and is drought tolerant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio octolepis var. saltensis (Hicken) Cabrera & Zardini

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio octolepis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a tuft of white hairs at the tip of the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio octolepis is an annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Senecio octolepis

Senecio octolepis is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Senecio octolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio octolepis?

Senecio octolepis

What is the common name of Senecio octolepis?

Eight-leaved ragwort

Where is Senecio octolepis found?

Senecio octolepis is found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

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-142199: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.