Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thapsoides
ID:
130491

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 301 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129820

Common Names

  • Senecio Thapsoides
  • Thapsia
  • Thapsia Garganica

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Synonyms

  • Cineraria thapsoides (DC.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Cineraria thapsoides thapsoides [unknown]

Description

Senecio thapsoides (also called 'Woolly groundsel', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy areas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio thapsoides has been used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil conditioner.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senecio thapsoides sub. thapsoides
Senecio thapsoides sub. visianianus (Papaf. ex Vis.) Vandas

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio thapsoides is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio thapsoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized lightly. Prune the plant in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Senecio thapsoides

Senecio thapsoides is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

Senecio thapsoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio thapsoides?

Senecio thapsoides

What is the common name of Senecio thapsoides?

Woolly groundsel

What is the habitat of Senecio thapsoides?

It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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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