Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serratiformis
ID:
25761

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Thomps.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 21: 14 (16; fig. 7) (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025090



Common Names

  • Serrated Ragwort
  • Toothed Groundsel
  • Toothed Ragwort


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Description

Senecio serratiformis (also called 'Cutleaf Groundsel', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has deeply lobed leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio serratiformis is a plant that is known for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a food source.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio serratiformis sub. serratiformis
Senecio serratiformis sub. stenophyllus I.Thomps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio serratiformis is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a diameter of 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio serratiformis is a perennial plant that is best propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in the spring and thinned as they grow. Once established, the plant will self-seed and spread quickly.

Where to Find Senecio serratiformis

Senecio serratiformis is native to Bolivia, Chile, and Peru. It can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open grasslands, scrub, and steppe.

Senecio serratiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio serratiformis?

Senecio serratiformis

What is the family of Senecio serratiformis?

Asteraceae

Where is Senecio serratiformis found?

Southwestern United States and Mexico

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-124238: Based on the initial data import
Ian R. Thompson (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Thomps.' in the authors string.