Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cydoniifolius
ID:
68462

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 921 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067791



Common Names

  • Solanecio cydoniifolius
  • Cydonia-leaved Groundsel
  • Cydonia-leaved Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio giorgii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Senecio cydoniifolius O.Hoffm. ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Senecio elskensii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Senecio mearnsii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Senecio dewevrei O.Hoffm. ex T.Durand & De Wild. [unknown]
  • Senecio simulans Chiov. [unknown]
  • Senecio cydoniifolius O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Senecio stuhlmannii Klatt [unknown]

Description

Solanecio cydoniifolius (also called Cydonia-Leaved Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has a single stem with a rosette of basal leaves and a terminal spike of yellow flowers. It grows in rocky soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Solanecio cydoniifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Solanecio cydoniifolius is yellow and daisy-like in shape. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solanecio cydoniifolius is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be mulched to help retain moisture. Propagation is done by division in spring or by seed.

Where to Find Solanecio cydoniifolius

Solanecio cydoniifolius can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Solanecio cydoniifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solanecio cydoniifolius?

Solanecio cydoniifolius

What is the common name of Solanecio cydoniifolius?

Quince-leaved Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Solanecio cydoniifolius?

Dry, sandy soils in open pine woods, flatwoods, and scrubby areas

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-24653: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.