Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roseus
ID:
126033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Flora 28: 498 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125362



Common Names

  • Rose Ragwort
  • Rose Groundsel
  • Pink Groundsel


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Description

Senecio roseus (also called Rose Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grassland, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio roseus is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senecio roseus are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio roseus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame.

Where to Find Senecio roseus

Senecio roseus is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, as well as in disturbed areas.

Senecio roseus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio roseus?

Senecio roseus

What type of plant is Senecio roseus?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Senecio roseus found?

It is found in South Africa

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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