Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
volckmannii
ID:
40660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 33: 152 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039989



Common Names

  • Senecio volckmannii
  • Volckmann's Ragwort
  • Volckmann's Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Senecio volckmannii volckmannii [unknown]
  • Senecio volckmanni lejocarpus Cabrera [unknown]
  • Senecio donae-anae Phil. [unknown]

Description

Senecio volckmannii (also called Volckmann's Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are obovate-oblong in shape, with a serrated margin. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio volckmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control, as it is able to grow in dry and rocky soils.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio volckmannii var. pinohachense Tortosa & Adr.Bartoli

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio volckmannii is yellow with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio volckmannii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Senecio volckmannii

Senecio volckmannii is native to the southwestern United States, including Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Senecio volckmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio volckmannii?

Senecio volckmannii

What type of plant is Senecio volckmannii?

Senecio volckmannii is a perennial herb.

Where is Senecio volckmannii found?

Senecio volckmannii is found in Chile.

What is the growth habit of Senecio volckmannii?

Senecio volckmannii is a low-growing herb with a woody base.

What is the flower color of Senecio volckmannii?

Senecio volckmannii has yellow flowers.

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