Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
transmarinus
ID:
83142

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 35: 356 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082471



Common Names

  • Senecio transmarinus
  • Sea Aster
  • Sea Daisy


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Description

Senecio transmarinus (also called sea groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a single stem that grows up to 30 cm tall, and is topped with a single white flower. It grows in coastal areas, salt marshes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio transmarinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio transmarinus var. sycephyllus (S.Moore) Hedberg
Senecio transmarinus var. virungae C.Jeffrey
Senecio transmarinus var. major C.Jeffrey

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio transmarinus has yellow daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio transmarinus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Senecio transmarinus

Senecio transmarinus is native to South America and can be found in open grasslands in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Senecio transmarinus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Senecio transmarinus?

Senecio transmarinus is commonly found in dry, open woodlands and prairies in Europe and Asia.

What is the ideal soil type for Senecio transmarinus?

Senecio transmarinus prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Senecio transmarinus be watered?

Senecio transmarinus should be watered once a week during the growing season and once a month during the winter.

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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