Senecio linearifolius var. denticulatus
Fireweed Groundsel
Erect to shrubby aromatic perennial herb with mainly hairless stems. Many-stemmed from the base but branching mostly in upper half.
Additional information
- FamilyAsteraceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Size1-2 m x 1-1.5 m
- Plant groupingShrubs to 2m
- LeavesNarrow to narrow-lance-shaped stalkless upper stem leaves 10-30 cm x 5-20 mm, if present small ear-like lobes at base; hairless to lightly cobwebby below, secondary veins raised, tertiary veins just distinct; teeth scattered along margins.
- Flower colourBright yellow
- Flowering timeNovember to March
- FlowersLarge terminal flat-topped clusters of daisy flowerheads with 4-8 ray florets.
- Bird attractingNo
- Butterfly attractingBoth food for caterpillars and nectar for butterflies.
- Frog habitatNo
- Growing conditionsCool moist soils in forests. Colonising plant especially after fire and other disturbance. Semi-shade, dappled shade.
- Garden useAn attractive understorey plant with bright flowers over summer. Foliage has a distinctive varnishy smell, giving that delightful bushy aroma on humid days.
- Commercially availableNo information available
- Conservation statusWidespread within the Shire
- Related speciesVery similar and often occurring with Senecio linearifolius var. linearifolius but distinguished by the toothed margins on the leaves.
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