Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sectilis
ID:
32462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 19: 190 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031791



Common Names

  • Senecio sectilis
  • Sectile Senecio
  • Sectile Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio sectilis sectilis [unknown]

Description

Senecio sectilis (also called narrow-leaved ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and moist grasslands at elevations between 0 and 1,000 meters. It has small, yellow flowers and lance-shaped, dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio sectilis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio sectilis has small yellow flowers with white centers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio sectilis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio sectilis

Senecio sectilis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Senecio sectilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio sectilis?

Senecio sectilis

What is the common name of Senecio sectilis?

Sectile Senecio

What is the natural habitat of Senecio sectilis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-130739: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.