Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strictifolius
ID:
64707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. i. 600.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064036

Common Names

  • Stiff Senecio
  • Stiff Groundsel
  • Stiff Ragwort

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Description

Senecio strictifolius (also called 'Stiff-leaved Ragwort' and 'Stiff-leaved Groundsel', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean and Middle East. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio strictifolius is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Senecio strictifolius flower is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown oval. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio strictifolius is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Senecio strictifolius

Senecio strictifolius is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Western Cape.

Senecio strictifolius FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Senecio strictifolius?

Senecio strictifolius prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be protected from strong winds and direct sunlight.

What type of fertilizer should I use for Senecio strictifolius?

Senecio strictifolius should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season. Avoid fertilizers with high nitrogen content.

How often should I water Senecio strictifolius?

Senecio strictifolius should be watered regularly, but not overly so. Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and avoid overwatering.

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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