Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinnatifidus
ID:
25809

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 391 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025138



Common Names

  • Pinnatifid Groundsel
  • Pinnatifid Ragwort
  • Pinnatifid Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio abrotanoides E.Mey. [deprecated]
  • Cineraria bipinnata Willd. [unknown]
  • Cacalia pinnatifida P.J.Bergius [unknown]
  • Doria bopinnata Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Senecio pinnatifidus (also called 'Silver Ragwort', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas. It has large, deeply lobed leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio pinnatifidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, urinary tract infections, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio pinnatifidus is yellow and daisy-like with many petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio pinnatifidus is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio pinnatifidus

Senecio pinnatifidus is native to South America. It is found in moist forests, at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Senecio pinnatifidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio pinnatifidus?

Senecio pinnatifidus

What is the common name of Senecio pinnatifidus?

Cutleaf groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio pinnatifidus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

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