Status:
valid
Authors:
(Franch.) B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 50 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024685
Common Names
- Sinosenecio Cyclaminifolius
- Cyclamen-Leaved Ragwort
- Cyclamen-Leaved Groundsel
Description
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius (also called Cyclamen-leaved senecio, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America. It is typically found in dry, open areas, such as scrubland and grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are edible and can be used in salads. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and fertile, and the plants should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius is found in the mountains of Yunnan, China.
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius?
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius
What is the natural habitat of Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius?
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius is native to Mexico.
What are the uses of Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius?
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
Species in the Sinosenecio genus
Sinosenecio septilobus,
Sinosenecio lingularioides,
Sinosenecio leiboensis,
Sinosenecio chienii,
Sinosenecio phalacrocarpus,
Sinosenecio wuyiensis,
Sinosenecio denticulatus,
Sinosenecio cyclaminifolius,
Sinosenecio oldhamianus,
Sinosenecio rotundifolius,
Sinosenecio guangxiensis,
Sinosenecio eriopodus,
Sinosenecio changii,
Sinosenecio subrosulatus,
Sinosenecio fanjingshanicus,
Sinosenecio bodinieri,
Sinosenecio jiuhuashanicus,
Sinosenecio trinervius,
Sinosenecio hunanensis,
Sinosenecio dryas,
Sinosenecio globigerus,
Sinosenecio villiferus,
Sinosenecio homogyniphyllus,
Sinosenecio hederifolius,
Sinosenecio sungpanensis,
Sinosenecio subcoriaceus,
Sinosenecio saxatilis,
Sinosenecio latouchei,
Sinosenecio phalacrocarpoides,
Sinosenecio palmatisectus,
Sinosenecio fangianus,
Sinosenecio euosmus,
Sinosenecio baojingensis,
Sinosenecio jishouensis,
Sinosenecio yilingii,
Sinosenecio hupingshanensis,
Sinosenecio qii,
Sinosenecio nanchuanicus,
Sinosenecio sichuanicus,
Sinosenecio albonervius,
Sinosenecio confervifer,
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,