Grey ragwort (Jacobaea incana, Compositae Newslett. 44: 7 (2006))

Family: Asteraceae

Author: (L.) Veldkamp

Bibliography: Compositae Newslett. 44: 7 (2006)

Year: 2006

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Jacobaea

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: C. Europe

Description

Grey ragwort, known scientifically as Jacobaea incana, is a distinctive member of the Asteraceae family, commonly found across Central Europe. Characterized by its vibrant yet subtle greyish foliage, this delightful plant forms part of diverse alpine and temperate ecosystems where it thrives.

Jacobaea incana typically exhibits a robust growth habit and is appreciated for its ecological adaptability, making it a resilient choice for various landscapes. This species contributes notably to the biodiversity of the regions it inhabits, often flourishing in rocky terrains and grasslands.

The botanical study and classification of Grey ragwort have been meticulously chronicled, with significant contributions by L. Veldkamp, shaping our understanding of its role within the broader group of Compositae. This work was highlighted in the 2006 issue of the Compositae Newsletter, providing valuable insights into the species’ characteristics and botanical significance.

As an integral component of the Asteraceae family, Jacobaea incana showcases the diversity and evolutionary intricacies of this vast plant group, underscoring its importance in both natural and cultivated settings.

Common Names

Deu: weißgraues greiskraut
En: Grey Ragwort, Hoary groundsel
Fr: Séneçon blanchâtre
De: Weißgraues Greiskraut, Graues Kreuzkraut, Weißgraues Kreuzkraut
It: Senecione biancheggiante

Synonyms

• Senecio laggeri (Sch.Bip. ex Nyman)
• Madaractis incana (Regel)
• Senecio leucophyllus subsp. incanus ((L.) Bonnier & Layens)
• Senecio parviflorus (All.)
• Senecio incanus var. parviflorus ((All.) Rouy)

Distribution

• France (native)
• Italy (native)
• Switzerland (native)

Additional Images

Habit

Taken Jul 6, 2006 by Tela Botanica − Marc Chouillou (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 9, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 23, 2019 by Daniel Barthelemy (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 11, 2022 by Lotte Eisenstecken (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 25, 2021 by Manuëlle (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 20, 2010 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 15, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Jul 30, 2019 by Aurelio Cabri Aurelio Cabri (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 12, 2013 by Vincenc J (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 4, 2018 by chriselis (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 11, 2022 by Lotte Eisenstecken (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 31, 2017 by chriselis (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 25, 2018 by Olivier Le Gall (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 21, 2019 by Hilary Martin (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Sep 27, 2019 by Camille Gomez (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 1, 2020 by Zioivan Beirut (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 7, 2022 by Nicolas Lescureux (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 25, 2021 by Manuëlle (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 22, 2019 by Denis SABATIER (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 20, 2020 by Bubz Pinson (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 20, 2010 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 16, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Aug 7, 2022 by Tristan Jaton-Maria (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Aug 15, 2011 by Photoflora – Bernard TILLY (©)

Taken Jul 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Jul 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jul 13, 2020 by Giode Tonpino (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Bark

Taken Jul 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5388625)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77073758-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Jacobaea incana (L.) Veldkamp)

Specifications

Growth