Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oreinus
ID:
60768

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Notas Prelim. Mus. La Plata 3: 119. 1934

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060097



Common Names

  • Mountain Ragwort
  • Alpine Ragwort
  • Oreinus Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio monticola Phil. [unknown]
  • Senecio andicola Phil. [unknown]

Description

Senecio oreinus (also called Oreino Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas. It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio oreinus is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are sometimes used as a salad green.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio oreinus has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio oreinus is an evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Senecio oreinus

Senecio oreinus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and France.

Senecio oreinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio oreinus?

Senecio oreinus

What is the common name of Senecio oreinus?

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What is the habitat of Senecio oreinus?

Senecio oreinus is found in moist, shady areas.

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,

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