Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
theresiae
ID:
120508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 13: 85, pl. 4, fig. 3-5 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119837



Common Names

  • Senecio
  • Life Everlasting
  • Theresa's Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio pinnatus divaricoides Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Senecio theresiae (also called 'Theresa's Groundsel', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio theresiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in potpourri. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio theresiae is a yellow-orange, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio theresiae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Senecio theresiae

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

Senecio theresiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio theresiae?

Senecio theresiae

What is the common name of Senecio theresiae?

Theresa's Groundsel

Where is Senecio theresiae found?

Senecio theresiae is found in the southwestern United States

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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