Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
battiscombei
ID:
34980

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr.) E.B.Knox

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 19: 243 (1993): (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034309

Common Names

  • Battiscombe's Groundsel
  • Battiscombe's Senecio
  • Battiscombe's Ragwort

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Synonyms

  • Senecio battiscombei R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Senecio aberdaricus R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Senecio johnstonii battiscombei (R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]
  • Dendrosenecio johnstonii battiscombei (R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr.) B.Nord. [unknown]
  • Senecio johnstonii battiscombei (R.E.Fr. & T.C.E.Fr.) Mabb. [unknown]

Description

Dendrosenecio battiscombei (also called Giant Groundsel, among many other common names) is a large, woody shrub with bright yellow flowers. It is native to East Africa and grows in open grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrosenecio battiscombei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a source of food for wildlife. It has also been used medicinally to treat skin diseases, wounds, and burns.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrosenecio battiscombei is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrosenecio battiscombei 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 shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. The seed should be sown in spring or autumn and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Dendrosenecio battiscombei

Dendrosenecio battiscombei is native to East Africa and can be found in the wild in parts of Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.

Dendrosenecio battiscombei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrosenecio battiscombei?

Dendrosenecio battiscombei

What are the common names of Dendrosenecio battiscombei?

Common names of Dendrosenecio battiscombei include African Groundsel and African Senecio.

What is the habitat of Dendrosenecio battiscombei?

Dendrosenecio battiscombei is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky 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-133164: Based on the initial data import
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Thore Christian Elias Fries (1886-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Eric B. Knox (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Knox' in the authors string.