Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifurcifolius
ID:
130135

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 21(3): 358 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129464



Common Names

  • Senecio Trifurcifolius
  • Three-Forked Senecio
  • Three-Forked Groundsel


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Description

Senecio trifurcifolius (also called Three-forked Senecio, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio trifurcifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat skin diseases, inflammation, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio trifurcifolius is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio trifurcifolius is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done through cuttings or division of the root ball. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Senecio trifurcifolius

Senecio trifurcifolius can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Senecio trifurcifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio trifurcifolius?

Senecio trifurcifolius

What is the common name of Senecio trifurcifolius?

Three-forked Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Senecio trifurcifolius?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands in South America

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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