Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
erici-rosenii
ID:
94525

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 19: 244 (1993): (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093854

Common Names

  • Eric's Senecio
  • Eric's Groundsel
  • Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii

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Description

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii (also called Giant Groundsel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a large perennial herb with a woody stem that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the highlands of East Africa, and is found in alpine and subalpine habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a bee forage plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii sub. alticola (Mildbr.) E.B.Knox
Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii sub. erici-rosenii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii is a perennial herb that is propagated through seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It requires regular watering during the growing season and should be fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii is native to East Africa.

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii?

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii

What is the natural habitat of Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii?

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii is found in alpine meadows in the mountains of Europe.

What is the flowering period of Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii?

Dendrosenecio erici-rosenii typically flowers from July to August.

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-50065: 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.