Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosus
ID:
120863

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Voyage de d?couverte de l'Astrolabe 2, Sertum Astrolabianum 1834

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120192



Common Names

  • Narrow-leaved Ragwort
  • Rough Ragwort
  • Square-stemmed Ragwort


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Description

Senecio squarrosus (also called Rough Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It has long, narrow leaves and tall, slender stems with small yellow flowers that appear in the summer. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio squarrosus is used as a medicinal herb and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio squarrosus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio squarrosus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9.

Where to Find Senecio squarrosus

Senecio squarrosus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Senecio squarrosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio squarrosus?

Senecio squarrosus

What is the family of Senecio squarrosus?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Senecio squarrosus?

Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and open woodlands

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-81466: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.