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Senecio Aquaticus (Jacobaea aquatica)

Jacobaea aquatica is a herbaceous perennial native to Europe and North Africa, found in damp meadows and by watercourses, featuring yellow daisy-like flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Best flowering in brighter light.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water deeply when topsoil is dry.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring.

Balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Aquatic

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-1 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Senecio aquaticus Hill
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusJacobaea
  • speciesJacobaea aquatica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 5/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 6/5

Edible

No

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