Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sonchoides
ID:
62734

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 157 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062063

Common Names

  • Sonchoides
  • Pseudogynoxys
  • False Groundsel

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Synonyms

  • Gynoxys sinclairii Benth. [unknown]
  • Senecio sinclairii Hieron. [unknown]
  • Senecio jamesonii Spruce ex Klatt [unknown]
  • Senecio jamesonii Spruce [unknown]
  • Senecio sonchoides Kunth [unknown]
  • Senecio ecuadorensis Klatt [unknown]

Description

Pseudogynoxys sonchoides (also called Sonchus-like False-Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, open habitats. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudogynoxys sonchoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often planted in rock gardens. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudogynoxys sonchoides is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudogynoxys sonchoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be planted in full sun in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be pruned back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pseudogynoxys sonchoides

Pseudogynoxys sonchoides is native to Mexico and can be found in dry grasslands and open areas.

Pseudogynoxys sonchoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudogynoxys sonchoides?

Pseudogynoxys sonchoides

What is the common name of Pseudogynoxys sonchoides?

Sonchus Ragwort

What is the family of Pseudogynoxys sonchoides?

Asteraceae

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-19072: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.