Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vittarifolius
ID:
63801

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bojer ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 377 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063130



Common Names

  • Senecio vittarifolius
  • Silver Ragwort
  • Vittarifolius Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio polyrhizus Baker [unknown]

Description

Senecio vittarifolius (also called Slender Ragwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio vittarifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also believed to have medicinal properties that can help with digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio vittarifolius has small, yellow flower heads with a diameter of 3-5mm. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio vittarifolius is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little care.

Where to Find Senecio vittarifolius

Senecio vittarifolius is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry, rocky soils and full sun.

Senecio vittarifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio vittarifolius?

Senecio vittarifolius

What is the common name of Senecio vittarifolius?

Vittari-leaved Groundsel

Where is Senecio vittarifolius native to?

South Africa

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-20111: Based on the initial data import
The Plant List version 1.1, record: 2704132: Originally associated with wfo-0001315728
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.