Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oophyllus
ID:
60294

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 95 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059623



Common Names

  • Senecio
  • Woolly Groundsel
  • Woolly Senecio


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Description

Senecio oophyllus (also called Oophyllous Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and long, thin stems with yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio oophyllus is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio oophyllus is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling has a single pair of cotyledons and a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio oophyllus is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate air circulation. To propagate from division, dig up the plant and divide it into smaller sections. Replant the sections in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate air circulation.

Where to Find Senecio oophyllus

Senecio oophyllus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Senecio oophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio oophyllus?

Senecio oophyllus

What is the common name of Senecio oophyllus?

Oophyllus Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio oophyllus?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

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-16701: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.