Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schultzii
ID:
73723

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst. ex A.Rich.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss. 1: 444 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073052



Common Names

  • Schultz's Groundsel
  • Schultz's Ragwort
  • Schultz's Senecio


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Description

Senecio schultzii (also called Schultz's Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio schultzii is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, as a food source for animals, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio schultzii sub. schultzii
Senecio schultzii sub. chillaloensis (Cufod. ex Hedberg) S.Ortiz & Vivero
Senecio schultzii var. lanatus D.F.Otieno & Mesfin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio schultzii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio schultzii is a perennial plant that is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to about 1 foot tall and wide. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are gray-green in color. The flowers are yellow and daisy-like. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, fertile soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Senecio schultzii

Senecio schultzii can be found in the dry regions of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Senecio schultzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio schultzii?

Senecio schultzii

What are the common names of Senecio schultzii?

Schultz's ragwort, woolly thistle

What is the growth habit of Senecio schultzii?

Senecio schultzii is an herbaceous biennial plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall

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-29793: Based on the initial data import
Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.