Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pleistophyllus
ID:
84942

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 95 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084271



Common Names

  • Senecio Pleistophyllus
  • Giant Ragwort
  • Cineraria


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Synonyms

  • Senecio multibracteatus Baker [unknown]
  • Senecio cochlearifolius australis Humbert [unknown]

Description

Senecio pleistophyllus (also called Sea Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio pleistophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal herb for treating fever, colds, and headaches, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio pleistophyllus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio pleistophyllus is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the garden. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Senecio pleistophyllus

Senecio pleistophyllus is native to South Africa and can be found in open, grassy areas.

Senecio pleistophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio pleistophyllus?

Senecio pleistophyllus

What type of plant is Senecio pleistophyllus?

Senecio pleistophyllus is a shrub

Where is Senecio pleistophyllus found?

Senecio pleistophyllus is found in South Africa

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-40721: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.