Senecio tysonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tysonii
ID:
81575
Status:
valid
Authors:
MacOwan
Source:
gcc
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. xxv. (1890) 389.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080904
Common Names
- Senecio tysonii
- Tyson's Ragwort
- Tysonii Senecio
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Senecio curtophyllus Klatt [unknown]
Description
Senecio tysonii (also called Tyson's Senecio, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Colombia. It has a stem that is up to 1 meter tall and is covered in small white hairs. It is found in open areas, such as fields and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Senecio tysonii is used as an ornamental plant and for ground cover. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senecio tysonii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senecio tysonii is a fast-growing, short-lived perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Senecio tysonii
Senecio tysonii is native to Colombia and can be found in the Atrato River basin.
Senecio tysonii FAQ
What is the ideal soil pH for Senecio tysonii?
Senecio tysonii prefers a soil pH of 6.0-7.0.
What is the ideal temperature for Senecio tysonii?
Senecio tysonii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F.
How much sunlight does Senecio tysonii need?
Senecio tysonii prefers full sun to partial shade.
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-37471: Based on the initial data import
Peter MacOwan (1830-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'MacOwan' in the authors string.