Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
forrestii
ID:
34369

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.W.Sm. & J.Small

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Bot. Soc. Edin. 28: 93. 1922

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033698

Common Names

  • Parasenecio
  • Forrestii
  • Parasenecio Forrestii

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Synonyms

  • Cacalia forrestii (W.W.Sm. & Small) Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]

Description

Parasenecio forrestii (also called Forrest's Groundsel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist meadows, grassy slopes, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Parasenecio forrestii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parasenecio forrestii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and stout.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parasenecio forrestii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Parasenecio forrestii

Parasenecio forrestii is found in the Yunnan province of China.

Parasenecio forrestii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Parasenecio forrestii?

Parasenecio forrestii is typically found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes in the Himalayas.

What is the average height of Parasenecio forrestii?

Parasenecio forrestii typically grows to a height of between 10 and 30 cm.

What is the flowering period of Parasenecio forrestii?

Parasenecio forrestii typically flowers between June and August.

Species in the Parasenecio genus

Parasenecio otopteryx, Parasenecio chola, Parasenecio nokoensis, Parasenecio souliei, Parasenecio pilgerianus, Parasenecio tenianus, Parasenecio gansuensis, Parasenecio shiroumensis, Parasenecio ogamontanus, Parasenecio hastiformis, Parasenecio rubescens, Parasenecio koualapensis, Parasenecio nikomontanus, Parasenecio petasitoides, Parasenecio chola, Parasenecio nipponicus, Parasenecio auriculatus, Parasenecio lidjiangensis, Parasenecio cyclotus, Parasenecio ianthophyllus, Parasenecio chokaiensis, Parasenecio forrestii, Parasenecio ainsliaeiflorus, Parasenecio adenostyloides, Parasenecio quinquelobus, Parasenecio tsinlingensis, Parasenecio peltifolius, Parasenecio auriculatus, Parasenecio maowenensis, Parasenecio lancifolius, Parasenecio matsudae, Parasenecio roborowskii, Parasenecio shikokianus, Parasenecio abukumensis, Parasenecio maximowiczianus, Parasenecio hastatus, Parasenecio cuneatus, Parasenecio deltophyllus, Parasenecio rockianus, Parasenecio leucocephalus, Parasenecio morrisonensis, Parasenecio longispicus, Parasenecio vespertilo, Parasenecio hayachinensis, Parasenecio bulbiferoides, Parasenecio kangxianensis, Parasenecio koidzumianus, Parasenecio tripteris, Parasenecio sinicus, Parasenecio palmatisectus,

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-132580: Based on the initial data import
William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.
James Small (1889-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Small' in the authors string.