Senecio elegans
Family: Asteraceae
Common names: PURPLE RAGWORT, VELD CINERARIA, WILD CINERARIA
Native to: South Africa
Plant
Type: annual
Forms: clumping, erect
Max height: 2 feet
Max width: 2 feet
Flower
magenta/purple, violet, white/off white
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, specific butterfly species
Exposure: sun
Propagates by: seed
flowers in summer
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zone: zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: +20 to +30 °F
Water: dry, regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
