Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxyphyllus
ID:
85566

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 419 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084895



Common Names

  • Oxyphyllus Senecio
  • Senecio Oxyphyllus
  • Oxyphyllus


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Synonyms

  • Senecio oxyphyllus oxyphyllus [unknown]

Description

Senecio oxyphyllus (also called 'Silver Ragwort', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio oxyphyllus is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory ailments, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senecio oxyphyllus are yellow in color and have a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio oxyphyllus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Senecio oxyphyllus

Senecio oxyphyllus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and mountain slopes.

Senecio oxyphyllus FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Senecio oxyphyllus?

Senecio oxyphyllus prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Senecio oxyphyllus?

Senecio oxyphyllus prefers temperatures between 65-75°F.

What is the best time to plant Senecio oxyphyllus?

Senecio oxyphyllus is best planted in the spring or fall.

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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