Senecio nikoensis
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: senecio
Plant ID (slug): senecio-nikoensis
Numeric ID: 22813
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Senecio nikoensis is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Distribution
E. Asia - China, Japan.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - cooked[105, 177]. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.
Medicinal Uses
Miscellany The plant has medicinal uses[46]. No details are given.
Known Hazards
Although no mention of toxicity has been seen for this species, it belongs to a genus that contains a number of plants with a cumulative poisonous effect on the liver[65]. Some caution is advised.
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Senecio nikoensis
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