Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riomayensis
ID:
92772

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 74: 382 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092101



Common Names

  • Senecio riomayensis
  • Rio Mayo Ragwort
  • Rio Mayo Groundsel


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Description

Senecio riomayensis (also called Mountain Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of South America. It is characterized by its white flowers and its large, toothed, lobed leaves. It is found in high-altitude grasslands, meadows, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio riomayensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio riomayensis is white and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio riomayensis can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a sunny location and keep the soil moist. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. Dig up the plant and carefully separate the clumps of roots and replant them in the desired location.

Where to Find Senecio riomayensis

Senecio riomayensis is native to the Andes mountains of South America.

Senecio riomayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio riomayensis?

Senecio riomayensis

What is the family of Senecio riomayensis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Senecio riomayensis?

Rio Mayo Ragwort

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-48352: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.