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willow ragwort
Scientific Name: Barkleyanthus salicifolius
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Barkleyanthus salicifolius: Willow Ragwort
Barkleyanthus salicifolius, commonly known as willow ragwort, Barkley's ragwort, and jarilla, is a shrub noted for its attractive blooms and potential to attract wildlife. It is also known as Senecio salignus. This plant can be found growing in a variety of environments, adding a touch of color and ecological interest.
Common Names
- Willow Ragwort
- Barkley's Ragwort
- Jarilla
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Barkleyanthus salicifolius (Kunth) H. Rob. & Brettell
- Genus: Barkleyanthus (Kunth) H. Rob. & Brettell
- Rank: Species
- Synonym: Senecio salignus
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- The plant is a shrub with a branching stem, often reaching about 8 feet in height and spread.
- It is a perennial plant, with a bloom period from March to May, producing yellow flowers.
Distribution and Habitat
- Observed growing in various locations, including car parks (possibly hoary ragwort or Oxford ragwort).
- Found in regions such as Tucson, Phoenix, and Southern California.
- Specifically mentioned in Sonoita Creek, near Fresno Canyon in Santa Cruz County, Arizona.
- Also grows in waste ground, old dry pasture, and grass verges.
Ecological Role
- Ragwort can be considered an injurious weed and can be poisonous to livestock.