Status:
valid
Authors:
Thunb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1800
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. 158, 681 (1800)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001310
Common Names
- Seaside Ragwort
- Coastal Ragwort
- Littoral Ragwort
Description
Senecio littoreus (also called Beach Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean. It has a single stem that grows up to 0.5 meters tall and is covered in white hairs. Its leaves are lanceolate and have toothed margins. It produces yellow flowers in the summer. It is found in coastal areas, sand dunes, and rocky shores.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio littoreus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and liver diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Senecio littoreus var. hispidulus Harv.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senecio littoreus is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senecio littoreus is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Senecio littoreus
Senecio littoreus can be found in coastal areas of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Senecio littoreus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senecio littoreus?
Senecio littoreus
What is the common name of Senecio littoreus?
Seashore Groundsel
What is the habitat of Senecio littoreus?
It is found in dry, open woods, fields, and roadsides
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,