Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
transiens
ID:
35555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rouy) Jeanm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Candollea 58(2): 454 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034884



Common Names

  • Senecio transiens
  • Transient Ragwort
  • Giant Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio crassifolius transiens Rouy [unknown]
  • Senecio leucanthemifolius transiens (Rouy) Auquier & Lambinon [unknown]

Description

Senecio transiens (also called Senecio transiens, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio transiens is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio transiens is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio transiens is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Senecio transiens

Senecio transiens can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Senecio transiens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio transiens?

Senecio transiens

What is the family of Senecio transiens?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Senecio transiens?

Transiens Ragwort

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-133738: Based on the initial data import
Georges Rouy (1851-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rouy' in the authors string.
Daniel Jeanmonod (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanm.' in the authors string.