Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oreophyton
ID:
44428

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Rémy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 4(2): 158 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043757



Common Names

  • Senecio oreophyton
  • Mountain Groundsel
  • Mountain Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio medicinalis Phil. [unknown]
  • Senecio uspallatensis tenuior Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Senecio uspallatensis retroflexus Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Senecio oreophyton (also called Mountain Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has yellow flowers and grows in moist, open areas such as meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio oreophyton is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio oreophyton is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio oreophyton is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Division can be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Senecio oreophyton

Senecio oreophyton is native to South Africa and can be found in moist meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Senecio oreophyton FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio oreophyton?

Senecio oreophyton

What is the common name of Senecio oreophyton?

Mountain Senecio

What is the natural habitat of Senecio oreophyton?

It is found in rocky outcrops and dry scrublands in South Africa

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