Latin Name: Senecio vulgaris

Flower: Small, yellow, dandelion-like flower heads that bloom year-round in mild climates.

Leaves: Deeply lobed, dark green, and slightly fleshy.

Stems: Erect, branching, and slightly hairy, growing up to 45 cm tall.

Growing Environment: Prefers well-drained soils in gardens, fields, and disturbed areas.

Growth Habit: An annual or biennial herb that grows rapidly to form small, branching plants with dandelion-like flowers. It spreads by seed and can form dense patches. In situ, groundsel appears as scattered, weedy plants with small yellow flowers, often found in disturbed areas and gardens.