Senecio tamoides 1200x1200 1
Senecio tamoides 1200x1200 1

Common names: canary creeper (English). 
Botanical name: Senecio tamoides

The canary creeper, Senecio tamoides, is a stunning climber with masses of bright yellow daisy flowers that bloom from late summer to autumn. It attracts butterflies and moths and has medicinal uses for treating anthrax and flatulence. It is a fast-growing, semi-succulent plant that can tolerate drought and frost. It can be grown as a groundcover or trained on a trellis, pergola, or fence. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Uses & Benefits: indoor, medicine, pot plant

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Family: Asteraceae
Type: climber, succulent
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