Senecio scandens (Compositae) Evergreen climber

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Senecio scandens
Evergreen climber
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The Senecio scandens plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan. It is a member of the Compositae family.

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Latin Name:  Senecio scandens
Family:  Compositae
Author:  Buch-Ham.

Known Hazards:  One report says that this species is slightly toxic[147], it belongs to a genus that contains a number of plants with a cumulative poisonous effect on the liver[65]. Some caution is advised.

Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Shady and damp places by roads[147]. Forests in the Himalayas, 1800 - 3600 metres from Uttar Pradesh to Bhutan[51].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in a sunny position in most well-drained moderately fertile soils[200]. Not very hardy in Britain, it succeeds outdoors in the milder areas of the country where it needs to be grown on a sunny sheltered wall[182]. Requires a warm, dry essentially frost-free climate[200]. Plants can be cut back to the ground in cold winters, though they usually resprout from the base[219]. A climbing plant, it needs support and to be tied onto wires[182]. Any pruning is best carried out in spring[219].

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