Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
planiflorus
ID:
128830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunze ex Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Lilloa 15: 388, fig. 142 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128159



Common Names

  • Flat-Headed Ragwort
  • Flat-Headed Groundsel
  • Flat-Headed Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio sinuatilobus littoralis DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio littoralis Poepp. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Senecio planiflorus (also called Flat-flowered Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flower heads with a single yellow ray floret and a yellow center of disc florets. It is native to Europe and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio planiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio planiflorus is yellow and daisy-like, with a central disc of yellow disc florets surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, and the seedling is a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio planiflorus is a perennial species of plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated through division of the root system in early spring. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best to plant it in well-drained soil and water it regularly. It can also be propagated through seed in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Senecio planiflorus

Senecio planiflorus is native to South America and is found in the wild in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Senecio planiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio planiflorus?

Senecio planiflorus

What are the common names of Senecio planiflorus?

Flat-flowered Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio planiflorus?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-89148: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Gustav Kunze (1793-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunze' in the authors string.