Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tasmanicus
ID:
9875

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Thomps.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 19: 158 (160; fig. 27) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009204

Common Names

  • Tasmanicus Senecio
  • Tasmanicus Tasmanian Fireweed
  • Tasmanicus Fireweed

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Description

Senecio tasmanicus (also called Tasmanian Groundsel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with yellow flower heads and grows to a height of 20 cm. It is native to Australia, primarily in Tasmania, and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio tasmanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating skin conditions. It is also used as a food source and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio tasmanicus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio tasmanicus is a perennial plant that is easy to grow from seed. Sow the seeds in spring in a sunny spot with well-draining soil. The seedlings will emerge in a few weeks and the plants will flower in the same year. Deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms. Propagate Senecio tasmanicus by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Senecio tasmanicus

Senecio tasmanicus can be found in Australia, from Tasmania to Queensland.

Senecio tasmanicus FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Senecio tasmanicus?

Senecio tasmanicus prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C.

How often should Senecio tasmanicus be watered?

Senecio tasmanicus should be watered deeply once a week during the growing season. During the winter, water only when the soil is completely dry.

What type of fertilizer should be used for Senecio tasmanicus?

A balanced fertilizer such as 10-10-10 should be applied to Senecio tasmanicus once a month during the growing season.

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-108916: Based on the initial data import
Ian R. Thompson (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Thomps.' in the authors string.