Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paucidentatus
ID:
45139

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 414 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044468



Common Names

  • Senecio paucidentatus
  • Few-toothed Groundsel
  • Few-toothed Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio limbardioides limbardioides [unknown]
  • Senecio paucidentatus paucidentatus [unknown]

Description

Senecio paucidentatus (also called Silver Ragwort, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe. It has a low-growing habit and produces small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun, and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio paucidentatus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden. The plant is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio paucidentatus var. limbardioides (Hook. & Arn.) Cabrera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio paucidentatus has yellow flower heads that are arranged in a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio paucidentatus is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Senecio paucidentatus

Senecio paucidentatus is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and chaparral.

Senecio paucidentatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio paucidentatus?

Senecio paucidentatus

What is the common name of Senecio paucidentatus?

Few-toothed Ragwort

Where is Senecio paucidentatus native?

California

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,