Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tuberculatus
ID:
61224

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ali

Source:
gcc

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 19 1965

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060553



Common Names

  • Tuberculatus Senecio
  • Senecio Tuberculatus
  • Tuberculatus


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Description

Senecio tuberculatus (also called Tubercled Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single, erect stem with ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio tuberculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio tuberculatus has bright yellow daisy-like flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio tuberculatus is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Senecio tuberculatus

Senecio tuberculatus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, on slopes, and in grassland.

Senecio tuberculatus FAQ

What are the best growing conditions for Senecio tuberculatus?

Senecio tuberculatus prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

How often should Senecio tuberculatus be watered?

Senecio tuberculatus should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

How can I encourage blooming in Senecio tuberculatus?

To encourage blooming in Senecio tuberculatus, provide plenty of sunlight and water, and fertilize regularly.

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-17603: Based on the initial data import
Syed Irtifaq Ali (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ali' in the authors string.