Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
octophyllus
ID:
114791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. & Rusby

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. iv. 393 (1907), descr.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114120



Common Names

  • Octophyllous Groundsel
  • Woolly Groundsel
  • Woolly Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio octophyllus Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Senecio octophyllus (also called Octophyllous Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a single stem that grows up to 40 cm in height, and is covered in small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio octophyllus has many medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases and wounds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio octophyllus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with 8 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio octophyllus is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn when the plant is dormant.

Where to Find Senecio octophyllus

Senecio octophyllus is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Senecio octophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio octophyllus?

Senecio octophyllus

What is the common name of Senecio octophyllus?

Eight-leaved Senecio

What is the natural habitat of Senecio octophyllus?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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-75628: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.