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Plant specific values:
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Jagged Fireweed (Senecio biserratus) | Easyscape Plant Profile

Jagged Fireweed

(Senecio biserratus)

Jagged Fireweed (Senecio biserratus)

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Climate Requirements for Plano, Texas

This Plant Your Site Plant Suitability for Your Location
Precipitation 8" - 119" 39" Aquatic Aquatic
High Temp. 55°F - 100°F 96°F Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. Excellent
Low Temp. 27°F - 63°F 33°F Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant Excellent
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.

Summary

Senecio biserratus, commonly known as Jagged Fireweed or Ragwort, is a perennial herb native to the open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed sites of Southeastern Australia. It typically grows to a height of 1-3 feet (0.3-0.9 meters) and features clusters of bright yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom in the summer and are quite showy. The plant has an upright form and can spread to form dense colonies.

Jagged Fireweed is valued for its vibrant yellow flowers that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it a beneficial addition to wildlife gardens. It is often used in restoration projects to stabilize soil and in wildflower meadows due to its ease of maintenance and adaptability. In cultivation, it thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, and prefers medium-draining soils such as clay, loam, or sandy types. It requires moderate watering but can tolerate drought once established. While generally disease-free, it can be susceptible to rust and may spread aggressively if not managed, potentially becoming weedy in favorable conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type:
  • Height: 1-3 feet
  • Width: 2-3 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Yellow
  • Flowering Season: Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Medium

Common Uses

Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance

Natural Habitat

Open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed sites of Southeastern Australia

Other Names

Common Names: Ragwort , Senecio

Scientific Names: Senecio biserratus , Erechtites sonchoides , Senecio flaccidus

GBIF Accepted Name: Senecio biserratus