Status:
valid
Authors:
Wedd.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 125 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002190
Common Names
- Senecio latiflorus
- Broad-flowered Ragwort
- Broad-flowered Groundsel
Synonyms
- Senecio latiflorus latiflorus [unknown]
Description
Senecio latiflorus (also called broad-flowered ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio latiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senecio latiflorus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senecio latiflorus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Senecio latiflorus is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Senecio latiflorus
Senecio latiflorus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Senecio latiflorus FAQ
What is the growth rate of Senecio latiflorus?
Senecio latiflorus is a slow-growing plant, with an average growth rate of about 6 inches per year.
What type of soil does Senecio latiflorus prefer?
Senecio latiflorus prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.
What type of climate does Senecio latiflorus prefer?
Senecio latiflorus prefers a warm, dry climate with temperatures ranging from 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
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,