Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuicaulis
ID:
2897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Klatt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Leopoldina 24. 1888 128 1888

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002226

Common Names

  • Tenuicaulis Senecio
  • Tenuicaulis Groundsel
  • Tenuicaulis Ragwort

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Description

Senecio tenuicaulis (also called Slender Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio tenuicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio tenuicaulis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio tenuicaulis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio tenuicaulis

Senecio tenuicaulis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Senecio tenuicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio tenuicaulis?

Senecio tenuicaulis

What is the common name of Senecio tenuicaulis?

Slender-stemmed Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio tenuicaulis?

Senecio tenuicaulis is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:234111-2: Based on the initial data import