Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schyzotus
ID:
1410795

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) Iamonico

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Novon 26(3): 288. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423260



Common Names

  • Senecio schyzotus
  • Schyzotus Senecio
  • Schyzotus Ragwort


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Description

Senecio schyzotus (also called Schyzotus senecio, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South Africa. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as in grasslands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio schyzotus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a component of rock gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio schyzotus has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio schyzotus is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Senecio schyzotus

Senecio schyzotus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Senecio schyzotus FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Senecio schyzotus?

Senecio schyzotus prefers a soil pH of 6.0-7.0

What is the optimal temperature for Senecio schyzotus?

Senecio schyzotus prefers temperatures between 65-75°F

What is the optimal light requirement for Senecio schyzotus?

Senecio schyzotus prefers full sun to partial shade

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

Duilio Iamonico (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iamonico' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.