Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
santanderensis
ID:
34388

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 27: 45 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033717



Common Names

  • Senecio
  • Santanderensis
  • Senecio Santanderensis


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Synonyms

  • Culcitium santanderense Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Senecio santanderensis (also called Santander Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Colombia and is found in moist meadows, grassy slopes, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio santanderensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio santanderensis is a small yellow-green disc flower, with a single seed in the center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio santanderensis is a perennial herb native to Colombia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio santanderensis

Senecio santanderensis is found in the Santander region of Colombia.

Senecio santanderensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Senecio santanderensis?

Senecio santanderensis is typically found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas in the Andes region.

What is the average height of Senecio santanderensis?

Senecio santanderensis typically grows to a height of between 30 and 60 cm.

What is the flowering period of Senecio santanderensis?

Senecio santanderensis typically flowers between June and August.

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-132599: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.