Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petraeus
ID:
88146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pugill. Pl. Afr. Bor. Hispan. : 59 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087475



Common Names

  • Petraeus Senecio
  • Petraeus Ragwort
  • Petraeus Groundsel


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Description

Senecio petraeus (also called 'Petraeus' Senecio', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and Southern Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio petraeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat coughs, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio petraeus is yellow with a diameter of 2-4 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedling is a rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio petraeus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Senecio petraeus

Senecio petraeus is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky areas and on mountain slopes.

Senecio petraeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio petraeus?

Senecio petraeus

What is the common name of Senecio petraeus?

Petraeus Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio petraeus?

Senecio petraeus is native to the southwestern United States, where it grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-43836: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.