Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
poeppigii
ID:
19166

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 3: 342. 1841

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018495



Common Names

  • Senecio poeppigii
  • Poeppigii Senecio
  • Poeppigii Ragwort


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Description

Senecio poeppigii (also called Pöppig's Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and sagebrush flats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio poeppigii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry, sandy soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio poeppigii is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is an achene with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small plant with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio poeppigii is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in poor soils. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Senecio poeppigii

Senecio poeppigii is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Senecio poeppigii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio poeppigii?

Senecio poeppigii

What are the common names of Senecio poeppigii?

Poeppig's Groundsel

What type of plant is Senecio poeppigii?

Herbaceous perennial

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-11788: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.