Status:
valid
Authors:
Nutt.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 409 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032300
Common Names
- Senecio rapifolius
- Rapid-Leaved Senecio
- Spear-Leaved Senecio
Description
Senecio rapifolius (also called Senecio, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem with alternate, oblong leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio rapifolius is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Senecio rapifolius has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senecio rapifolius is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings in early spring.
Where to Find Senecio rapifolius
Senecio rapifolius is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Senecio rapifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senecio rapifolius?
Senecio rapifolius
What is the natural habitat of Senecio rapifolius?
Senecio rapifolius is native to South Africa.
What are the uses of Senecio rapifolius?
Senecio rapifolius is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and as a food source.
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,