Description
Senecio tetrandrus (also called four-petal ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has small yellow flower heads and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senecio tetrandrus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow disc florets. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc with a short, white pappus. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senecio tetrandrus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.