Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villifructus
ID:
43576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 42(2): 238 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042905



Common Names

  • Villifructus Senecio
  • Senecio villifructus
  • Villifructus Groundsel


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Description

Senecio villifructus (also called Rough Groundsel, among many other common names) is an herbaceous annual plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 0.5 m and has yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio villifructus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio villifructus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio villifructus is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Senecio villifructus

Senecio villifructus is native to South Africa and can be found in the grasslands of the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and Free State provinces.

Senecio villifructus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio villifructus?

Senecio villifructus

What are the common names of Senecio villifructus?

Fruited Ragwort, Fruited Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio villifructus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats

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-141506: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.