Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myriophyllus
ID:
36755

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Atacam. : 33 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036084

Common Names

  • Myriophyllus
  • Feathered Senecio
  • Senecio

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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.

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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,

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