Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oleosus
ID:
73372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Flumin. 8: t. 104 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072701



Common Names

  • Oily Ragwort
  • Senecio oleosus
  • Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio hastatus Bong. [unknown]

Description

Senecio oleosus (also called 'African Daisy', 'African Sunflower' and 'African Marigold', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical Africa. It has a single, erect stem with large, yellow flowers. It is found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio oleosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio oleosus has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio oleosus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also susceptible to slugs and snails.

Where to Find Senecio oleosus

Senecio oleosus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Senecio oleosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio oleosus?

Senecio oleosus

What is the common name of Senecio oleosus?

Oily Ragwort

What is the growth habit of Senecio oleosus?

Senecio oleosus is an upright, clump-forming perennial

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,