Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Narrow-leaved Ragwort
MainColor	Yellow
PlantType	Shrub
Growth Type	Invasive
Season	November
ImageUrl	Senecio-002
Photographer	DP
Location	Islington
Human Toxicity	Highly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Narrow-leaved Ragwort is a perennial herb with bright yellow daisy-like flowers and narrow, elongated leaves. It typically grows up to 1 meter tall and flowers from June to October. The plant is known for its rapid spread and resilience in disturbed habitats.

Distribution

Native to South Africa, it has become invasive in parts of Europe, including the UK, where it thrives in roadsides, railway lines, and wastelands.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility  

Inedible - contains toxic compounds that are harmful if ingested.

Human Toxicity

Highly Toxic - ingestion can lead to liver damage due to pyrrolizidine alkaloids.

Pet Toxicity

Highly Toxic to livestock - ingestion can cause liver failure and neurological symptoms.

Active Compounds

Pyrrolizidine alkaloids, senecionine, seneciphylline.