Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbricola
ID:
1319103

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cron & B.Nord.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 75(2): 246 (-248; fig., map) (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331557



Common Names

  • Umbricola Senecio
  • Umbricola Groundsel
  • Umbricola Ragwort


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Description

Senecio umbricola (also called Umbricola Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the Andes Mountains of South America, where it grows in moist, grassy habitats. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio umbricola is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio umbricola is a small, yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio umbricola is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Senecio umbricola

Senecio umbricola can be found in the western United States.

Senecio umbricola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio umbricola?

Senecio umbricola

What is the common name of Senecio umbricola?

Umbrella Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio umbricola?

It is native to the Andean regions of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador

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

Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Glynis V. Cron (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cron' in the authors string.