Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxicola
ID:
38543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 131 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037872



Common Names

  • Rocky Mountain Senecio
  • Rocky Mountain Groundsel
  • Rocky Mountain Ragwort


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Description

Senecio saxicola (also called Rock Senecio, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio saxicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio saxicola is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio saxicola is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Senecio saxicola

Senecio saxicola is native to Europe and can be found in rocky areas and on cliffs.

Senecio saxicola FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Senecio saxicola?

Senecio saxicola prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

How often should Senecio saxicola be watered?

Senecio saxicola should be watered regularly, about once a week, or when the soil is dry to the touch.

How large does Senecio saxicola grow?

Senecio saxicola typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches.

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,

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