Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
runcinifolius
ID:
61310

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.H.Willis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Proceedings of the Royal Society of Queensland 62 1952

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060639



Common Names

  • Runch-leaved Groundsel
  • Runch-leaved Senecio
  • Runch-leaved Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Erechtites picridioides Sond. & Muell. [unknown]

Description

Senecio runcinifolius (also called Feathery Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It is native to Africa and can be found in grasslands, meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio runcinifolius is an edible plant with a high nutritional value. It is used in salads and as a vegetable in many dishes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio runcinifolius is yellow, with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio runcinifolius is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio runcinifolius

Senecio runcinifolius is native to Europe and can be found in grassy areas, meadows, and pastures.

Senecio runcinifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio runcinifolius?

Senecio runcinifolius

What are the common names of Senecio runcinifolius?

Ragged Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio runcinifolius?

Grassy areas, meadows, and roadsides

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-17688: Based on the initial data import
James Hamlyn Willis (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Willis' in the authors string.