Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trafulensis
ID:
41486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 4: 106. 1939

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040815



Common Names

  • Traful Senecio
  • Senecio trafulensis
  • Traful Groundsel


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Description

Senecio trafulensis (also called 'Traful Ragwort', among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herb growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Andes Mountains and is found in grasslands, rocky places, and on roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio trafulensis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and has potential medicinal uses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Senecio trafulensis flower is yellow with a white center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio trafulensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by division of the root ball. It can also be propagated from seed, but germination can be slow and erratic.

Where to Find Senecio trafulensis

Senecio trafulensis is native to Argentina and can be found in the mountainous regions of the country.

Senecio trafulensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio trafulensis?

Senecio trafulensis

What is the natural habitat of Senecio trafulensis?

Senecio trafulensis is found in the Andes Mountains of Chile and Argentina.

What type of soil does Senecio trafulensis prefer?

Senecio trafulensis prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

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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