Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scapiflorus
ID:
36213

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L'Her.) C.A.Sm.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035542



Common Names

  • Scapiflorus Senecio
  • Senecio Groundsel
  • Groundsel Senecio


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Description

Senecio scapiflorus (also called 'Climbing Groundsel', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It typically grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 m and has a woody rootstock. The leaves are alternate, sessile, and lanceolate-ovate in shape. The flowers are yellow and have five petals. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio scapiflorus is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio scapiflorus has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio scapiflorus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings taken in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Senecio scapiflorus

Senecio scapiflorus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in many areas of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Senecio scapiflorus FAQ

What is the optimal growing environment for Senecio scapiflorus?

Senecio scapiflorus prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.

What is the flowering season of Senecio scapiflorus?

Senecio scapiflorus typically flowers in late spring and early summer.

What are the medicinal properties of Senecio scapiflorus?

Senecio scapiflorus is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive problems.

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-13438: Based on the initial data import
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Her.' in the authors string.
Christo Albertyn Smith (1898-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Sm.' in the authors string.