Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
teixeirae
ID:
32431

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 44: 289 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031760



Common Names

  • Senecio
  • Teixeirae
  • Bolivian Ragwort


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Description

Senecio teixeirae (also called Teixeira's Ragwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It is an annual herb that grows to a height of around 0.5 m and has yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio teixeirae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio teixeirae is yellow, with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and long, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio teixeirae is a hardy perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be thinned out to a spacing of about 30 cm (12 in) apart.

Where to Find Senecio teixeirae

Senecio teixeirae is native to Brazil and is found in dry forests and rocky areas. It can be purchased from nurseries and online retailers.

Senecio teixeirae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio teixeirae?

Senecio teixeirae

What is the natural habitat of Senecio teixeirae?

Grasslands

What is the flowering season of Senecio teixeirae?

Summer

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,

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