Senecio sylvaticus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sylvaticus
ID:
41911
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 868 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041240
Common Names
- Sylvaticus Senecio
- Senecio Sylvaticus
- Senecio
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Senecio sylvaticus (also called 'Woodland Groundsel', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows to a height of about 1 foot. It is found in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio sylvaticus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It can also be used as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senecio sylvaticus is a small, yellow, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senecio sylvaticus is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Division should be done in spring or early summer, with the divisions planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Senecio sylvaticus
Senecio sylvaticus is found in the United States, primarily in the western states of California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and sagebrush flats.
Senecio sylvaticus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senecio sylvaticus?
Senecio sylvaticus
What type of plant is Senecio sylvaticus?
It is a perennial herb
Where does Senecio sylvaticus grow?
It grows in the woodlands of Europe
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-139882: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.