Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fremontii
ID:
1304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2: 445 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000633

Common Names

  • Senecio Fremontii
  • Fremont's Groundsel
  • Fremont's Ragwort

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Synonyms

  • Senecio ductoris Piper [unknown]
  • Senecio fremontii fremontii [unknown]
  • Senecio occidentalis rotundatus Rydb. [unknown]
  • Senecio fremontii fremontii [unknown]

Description

Senecio fremontii (also called 'Fremont's Groundsel', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a slender stem and its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and entire. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio fremontii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio fremontii var. blitoides (Greene) Cronquist
Senecio fremontii var. occidentalis A.Gray

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio fremontii has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio fremontii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It should be grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Senecio fremontii

Senecio fremontii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in the deserts of the region.

Senecio fremontii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio fremontii?

Senecio fremontii

What is the common name of Senecio fremontii?

Senecio

What is the family of Senecio fremontii?

Asteraceae

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-100601: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.