Senecio odontopterus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odontopterus
ID:
81530
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 406 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080859
Common Names
- Senecio odontopterus
- Toothed Ragwort
- Toothed Groundsel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Senecio odontopterus (also called Toothleaf Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio odontopterus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Senecio odontopterus flower has yellow petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senecio odontopterus is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagation is best done through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Senecio odontopterus
Senecio odontopterus is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Senecio odontopterus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senecio odontopterus?
Senecio odontopterus
What type of plant is Senecio odontopterus?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Senecio odontopterus found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
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-37427: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.