Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
psilophyllus
ID:
38926

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Thomps.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 19: 189 (-190; fig. 42) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038255



Common Names

  • Pale Ragwort
  • Pale Groundsel
  • Pale Psilophyllum


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Description

Senecio psilophyllus (also called 'Silvery Ragwort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Anatolia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio psilophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio psilophyllus is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio psilophyllus is a perennial plant native to Europe. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It is best to divide the plants every two to three years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Senecio psilophyllus

Senecio psilophyllus is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Senecio psilophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio psilophyllus?

Senecio psilophyllus

What is the family of Senecio psilophyllus?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Senecio psilophyllus?

Grassy slopes

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,