Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
westermanii
ID:
35747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dusén

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 9, n.° 15: 33, pl. 8 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035076



Common Names

  • Senecio westermanii
  • Westerman's Senecio
  • Westerman's Ragwort


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Description

Senecio westermanii (also called Westerman's Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, open habitats such as grasslands, wetlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio westermanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio westermanii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio westermanii is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a warm, dry location.

Where to Find Senecio westermanii

Senecio westermanii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Senecio westermanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio westermanii?

Senecio westermanii

What type of plant is Senecio westermanii?

It is an annual flowering plant

Where is Senecio westermanii native to?

It is 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,

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