Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusus
ID:
121657

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 371 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120986

Common Names

  • Diffuse Groundsel
  • Diffuse Ragwort
  • Diffuse Senecio

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Synonyms

  • Senecio chamaemelifolius DC. [unknown]

Description

Senecio diffusus (also called Diffuse Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant. It has yellow flowers and is native to Europe. It typically grows in dry, open fields and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio diffusus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio diffusus has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio diffusus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay, loam, and sand. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Senecio diffusus

Senecio diffusus is found in the Canary Islands.

Senecio diffusus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio diffusus?

Senecio diffusus

What are the common names of Senecio diffusus?

Groundsel and Senecio Diffusus

What is the habitat of Senecio diffusus?

It is found in meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas

Species in the Senecio genus

Senecio niveoaureus, Senecio humifusus, Senecio barbarae, Senecio longicollaris, Senecio laricifolius, Senecio queenslandicus, Senecio fremontii, Senecio paucijugus, Senecio abruptus, Senecio productus, Senecio katangensis, Senecio pseudoformosus, Senecio formosissimus, Senecio rauranus, Senecio megaphylla, Senecio subdentatus, Senecio ruwenzoriensis, Senecio expansus, Senecio dolichocephalus, Senecio littoreus, Senecio diodon, Senecio usgorensis, Senecio glanduloso-lanosus, Senecio goldmanii, Senecio cedrorum, Senecio caloneotes, Senecio hansweberi, Senecio altoandinus, Senecio subauritus, Senecio gardneri, Senecio verbascifolius, Senecio tarokoensis, Senecio latiflorus, Senecio dilungensis, Senecio tenuicaulis, Senecio aridus, Senecio surinamensis, Senecio kotschyanus, Senecio pirottae, Senecio propinquus, Senecio murinus, Senecio maeviae, Senecio decipiens, Senecio papillosus, Senecio otuscensis, Senecio hewrensis, Senecio candidans, Senecio sheldonensis, Senecio telmateius, Senecio digitalifolius,

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,