Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruensis
ID:
131505

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Collect. Bot. (Barcelona) 3: 284 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130834



Common Names

  • Senecio peruvianus
  • Peruvian Ragwort
  • Peruvian Groundsel


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Description

Senecio peruensis (also called Peruvian Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio peruensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio peruensis is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio peruensis is a perennial herb that is native to Peru. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in an area with moderate temperatures.

Where to Find Senecio peruensis

Senecio peruensis can be found in dry and moist forests in Peru and Bolivia.

Senecio peruensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio peruensis?

Senecio peruensis

What is the common name of Senecio peruensis?

Peruvian Groundsel

Where is Senecio peruensis native to?

South America

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,