Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Atacam. : 33 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036084
Common Names
- Myriophyllus
- Feathered Senecio
- Senecio
Description
Senecio myriophyllus (also called Many-Leaved Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in dry areas, such as hillsides, and has small yellow flowers with a single row of petals and deeply-cut leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio myriophyllus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Senecio myriophyllus has small yellow daisy-like flowers with a dark center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Senecio myriophyllus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown from seed, but it may take up to two years for the plants to flower.
Where to Find Senecio myriophyllus
Senecio myriophyllus is native to South America and is found in tropical rainforests. It can also be found in parts of Central America and the Caribbean.
Senecio myriophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senecio myriophyllus?
Senecio myriophyllus
What is the common name of Senecio myriophyllus?
Many-Leaved Groundsel
What is the optimal growing temperature of Senecio myriophyllus?
60-70°F
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,