Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
88094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 6: 367. 1838 [dt. 1837; issued in Jan 1838]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087423



Common Names

  • Saxatilis Senecio
  • Saxatilis Groundsel
  • Saxatilis Ragwort


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Description

Senecio saxatilis (also called rock groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky habitats and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio saxatilis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where grass does not grow well.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio saxatilis is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a white center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio saxatilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall for best results. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Senecio saxatilis

Senecio saxatilis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of southern Europe and North Africa.

Senecio saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio saxatilis?

Senecio saxatilis

What is the common name of Senecio saxatilis?

Rocky Groundsel

What is the family of Senecio saxatilis?

Asteraceae

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-43786: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.