Senecio chilensis var. chilensis
Senecio chilensis var. chilensis, commonly known as a native Chilean aster, is a resilient perennial valued for its unique botanical properties. Found across diverse southern landscapes, this plant offers significant ethnobotanical interest. Its medicinal potential lies in its bioactive compounds, traditionally utilized for their diverse therapeutic healing qualities.
- Scientific name: Senecio chilensis var. chilensis
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Senecio. Specifically, this medicinal variety is identified as Senecio chilensis var. chilensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Senecio | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is native to specific regions within Southern South America. Its natural range is primarily concentrated in the southern parts of Argentina. Additionally, it can be found throughout the central territories of Chile. The distribution also extends into the southern regions of the Chilean landscape. Consequently, these specific areas define the geographical limits of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern South America | Argentina South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile Central | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile South | WCVP |