Senecio greyii
Brachyglottis Sunshine
Description
Source: leafsnapSenecio greyii, commonly known as Grey Senecio or Grey Groundsel, is a perennial succulent plant in the Asteraceae family. Native to South Africa, it can grow up to 30 cm in height. The plant is notable for its grey-green leaves, which are covered in fine white hairs, giving them a fuzzy texture. The leaves of Senecio greyii are narrow, elongated, and have pointed tips. They grow in rosettes at the base of the stem and can reach up to 10 cm in length. The stem is thin and woody, producing small yellow flowers that bloom during the summer. Senecio greyii prefers well-draining soil and requires moderate watering during its growing season, which spans from spring to fall. It thrives best under full sun exposure but can tolerate partial shade. Grey Senecio is known for its medicinal properties, as it contains alkaloids that have been used for centuries for their anti-inflammatory effects in treating wounds, coughs, colds, and other ailments. Overall, this unique succulent is an excellent addition to any garden or indoor collection. Its striking appearance, coupled with its low maintenance requirements, makes it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced gardeners alike.
Care Guide
💧 Water Every 7 days
☀️ Light Full sun
The daisy bush comes from open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest edges, where there is plenty of light. It thrives in Full Sun but can also tolerate Partial Sun, adapting well to a range of sunlight conditions.
🌡️ Temperature 15–32.2°C
The Daisy bush copes well with a variety of climate conditions, whether in blazing summers or cold winters. Still, it does have a preferred temperature range for healthy growth. If temperatures become too high, the plant is susceptible to heat and humidity stress, which can cause it to die. In places where temperatures approach the lower limit of its cold tolerance, it is important to provide insulation to protect the plant.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil 5-7
🌱 Fertilizer
The timing is important when fertilizing a Daisy bush. Apply fertilizer in early spring and repeat monthly until early summer. Fertilizer encourages attractive blooms and supplies energy during both dormant periods and active growth.
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Senecio
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 8
- Mature Height
- 0 cm to 5 cm
- Mature Spread
- 49 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, White
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Flower Size
- 2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
- Bloom Time
- Summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- New Zealand