Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nandensis
ID:
2656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001985



Common Names

  • Solanecio nandensis
  • Nandan Groundsel
  • Nandan Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio nandensis S.Moore [unknown]
  • Senecio caranianus Chiov. [unknown]
  • Senecio adolfi-friderici Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Solanecio nandensis (also called Nandi Cabbage, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to East Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Solanecio nandensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Solanecio nandensis is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are hairy and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solanecio nandensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Solanecio nandensis

Solanecio nandensis is native to India and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Solanecio nandensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solanecio nandensis?

Solanecio nandensis

What is the common name of Solanecio nandensis?

Nandu Solanecio

What is the natural habitat of Solanecio nandensis?

Solanecio nandensis is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, shady 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-101913: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.