Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tricuspis
ID:
119734

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) viii. (1894) 357.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119063



Common Names

  • Senecio tricuspis
  • Three-toothed Ragwort
  • Tricuspis Ragwort


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Description

Senecio tricuspis (also called Three-pointed Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and North America and is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio tricuspis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract butterflies. It has medicinal properties as it contains anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio tricuspis is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single, short stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio tricuspis is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Senecio tricuspis

Senecio tricuspis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Senecio tricuspis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio tricuspis?

Senecio tricuspis

What is the common name of Senecio tricuspis?

Three-toothed Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio tricuspis?

Senecio tricuspis is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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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