Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saposhnikovii
ID:
4755

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krasch. & N.Schipcz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 26: 30 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004084



Common Names

  • Senecio saposhnikovii
  • Saposhnikov's Ragwort
  • Saposhnikov's Groundsel


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Description

Senecio saposhnikovii (also called Saposhnikov's Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio saposhnikovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio saposhnikovii is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio saposhnikovii is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Senecio saposhnikovii

Senecio saposhnikovii is found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia.

Senecio saposhnikovii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio saposhnikovii?

Senecio saposhnikovii

What is the common name of Senecio saposhnikovii?

Saposhnikov's Senecio

What is the natural habitat of Senecio saposhnikovii?

Senecio saposhnikovii is found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States.

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,