Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steudelii
ID:
82309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss. 1: 440 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081638



Common Names

  • Steudel's Senecio
  • Senecio Steudelii
  • Steudel's Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio steudelii steudelii [unknown]
  • Senecio steudelii rosenianus Pax [unknown]

Description

Senecio steudelii (also called Brazilian Ragwort, among many other common names) is an herb native to Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina. It grows in wet forests and is characterized by its yellow flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio steudelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The plant is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio steudelii is yellow, with a diameter of about 4 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings have a rosette-like shape and are about 5 cm in diameter.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio steudelii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray and can be grown in coastal areas. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio steudelii

Senecio steudelii is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.

Senecio steudelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio steudelii?

Senecio steudelii

What type of plant is Senecio steudelii?

It is a flowering plant.

Where is Senecio steudelii found?

It is found in South America.

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-38184: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.