Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nanus
ID:
104231

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss. 1: 443 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000103560

Common Names

  • Senecio Nanus
  • Dwarf Groundsel
  • Small Groundsel

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Synonyms

  • Senecio amoenus Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Werneria africana Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Senecio amoenus Sch.Bip. [deprecated]

Description

Senecio nanus (also called Dwarf Groundsel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a woody stem and produces small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio nanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to provide shade and reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senecio nanus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow disc florets and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem and yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio nanus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season. Deadheading will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Senecio nanus

Senecio nanus is native to the Andes mountains in South America. It can be found in the wild in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Senecio nanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio nanus?

Senecio nanus

What is the common name of Senecio nanus?

Dwarf Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Senecio nanus?

Senecio nanus is native to the Mediterranean region.

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-6112: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.