Senecio nutans
Senecio nutans, commonly known as Nodding Groundsel, is a distinctive perennial herb native to various regions. Characterized by its drooping, yellow flower heads, this plant belongs to the Asteraceae family. While visually striking in meadow ecosystems, it is primarily studied for its unique phytochemical properties and ecological significance.
- Scientific name: Senecio nutans
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, it is further classified under the family Asteraceae. Finally, its taxonomic placement is completed within the genus Senecio.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Senecio | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Senecio nutans, is known by several different names depending on the region and language. In English, it is most commonly referred to as nodding groundsels, a name that reflects the characteristic drooping posture of its flower heads. In German, the plant is known as die hängende Greiskraut, while in French, it is called séneçon pendule.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated primarily across the western and southern regions of South America. In Western South America, its presence is documented within the borders of both Bolivia and Peru. Moving toward the southern portion of the continent, the species can also be found in the northwest of Argentina. Additionally, it inhabits the northern territories of Chile. Consequently, its geographical range spans a diverse stretch of the Andean landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Senecio nutans has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4-hydroxy-3-(3-methyl-2-butenyl)acetophenone.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 4-hydroxy-3-(3-methyl-2-butenyl)acetophenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Senecio nutans has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Senecio nutans has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hypertension.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hypertension | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |