Senecio pierotii
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: senecio
Plant ID (slug): senecio-pierotii
Numeric ID: 22803
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Senecio pierotii is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). 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 cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Distribution
E. Asia - Japan, Korea.
Habitats
Edible Uses
Leaves - cooked[105, 177]. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.
Medicinal Uses
None known
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 pierotii
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