Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
richii
ID:
27984

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 5: 142. 1861

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027313



Common Names

  • Senecio richii
  • Rich's Groundsel
  • Rich's Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio richii richii [unknown]

Description

Senecio richii (also called Rich's Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves with long, narrow, and toothed leaflets. The flower heads are yellow and have a single row of ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio richii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as an herbal remedy for digestive issues, colds, and skin irritations.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio richii var. latior Greenm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio richii is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 mm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio richii is a fast-growing, annual plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be sown directly into the ground or in containers. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought, but will flower best with regular watering. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Senecio richii

Senecio richii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Senecio richii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio richii?

Senecio richii

What is the common name of Senecio richii?

Rich's Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio richii?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky areas.

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,

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