Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sociorum
ID:
60242

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
gcc

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 24: 175 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059571



Common Names

  • Sociorum Senecio
  • Sociorum Ragwort
  • Sociorum Groundsel


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Description

Senecio sociorum (also called Social Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, unbranched stem that can reach up to 20 cm in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and up to 10 cm long. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio sociorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio sociorum has yellow flowers with a single row of yellow petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small, with a single basal leaf and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio sociorum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a light, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Senecio sociorum

Senecio sociorum can be found in the highlands of Mexico and Guatemala.

Senecio sociorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio sociorum?

Senecio sociorum

What is the common name of Senecio sociorum?

Sociorum Ragwort

What type of plant is Senecio sociorum?

Perennial Herb

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-16650: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.