A Checklist of the Vascular Plants of Washington State
Hosted by the University of Washington Herbarium, Burke Museum
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Asteraceae » Senecio viscosus
Senecio viscosus L.[FNA20, HC2]
sticky ragwort
Publication: Sp. Pl. 2: 868. 1753.
Origin: Introduced from Eurasia
Herbarium search: CPNWH
Notes: FNA 20: "Senecio viscosus is a smelly, Eurasian weed now widely scattered in areas of cool damp climates, often as a casual waif. The viscid hairs trap wind-blown particles of sand, dust, and soot, which give the surfaces varying textures and colors."
Last updated 11/16/2020 by David Giblin.
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