Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philippicus
ID:
122477

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel & Körn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) (1857) 43.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121806



Common Names

  • Philippicus Senecio
  • Senecio
  • Philippicus Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio paposanus Phil. [unknown]

Description

Senecio philippicus (also called Philippine Senecio, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio philippicus is a plant used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also known to have antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio philippicus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a single head. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio philippicus is a perennial herb 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 areas with low rainfall. It is also tolerant of salt spray and can be grown in coastal areas.

Where to Find Senecio philippicus

Senecio philippicus is native to the Philippines.

Senecio philippicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio philippicus?

Senecio philippicus

What is the common name of Senecio philippicus?

Philippine ragwort

Where is Senecio philippicus found?

It is found in the Philippines.

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-83009: Based on the initial data import
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Körnicke (1828-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Körn.' in the authors string.