Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sanmarcosensis
ID:
1319101

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Beltrán

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Arnaldoa 15(2): 211 (-212; fig. 1) (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331555



Common Names

  • San Marcos Senecio
  • San Marcos Groundsel
  • San Marcos Ragwort


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Description

Senecio sanmarcosensis (also called San Marcos Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the Andes Mountains of South America, where it grows in moist, grassy habitats. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio sanmarcosensis is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio sanmarcosensis is a small, yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio sanmarcosensis is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Senecio sanmarcosensis

Senecio sanmarcosensis can be found in San Marcos, Guatemala.

Senecio sanmarcosensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio sanmarcosensis?

Senecio sanmarcosensis

What is the common name of Senecio sanmarcosensis?

San Marcos Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio sanmarcosensis?

It is native to the Andean regions of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador

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

Hamilton Beltrán Santiago (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Beltrán' in the authors string.