Senecio flaccidus var. douglasii - Douglas' Groundsel, Shrubby Butterweed (Plant) Origin:Los Angeles River Watershed and an uncrowded place to

and an uncrowded place to put down roots

Sharp spines make this an excellent barrier plant

or are especially distinctive in appearance

Locally native in the San Diego region

a rejection of the dominant throw-away mentality

Senecio flaccidus var. douglasii - Douglas' Groundsel, Shrubby Butterweed (Plant) Origin:Los Angeles River Watershed and an uncrowded place toBright yellow flowers bloom for long periods and feather like foliage adds texture to the garden. Excellent butterfly nectar plant. Native to rocky soil of chaparral and coastal sage scrub. Caution: Toxic to livestock (not to people or pets). Plant Characteristics Family Name Asteraceae Species Name Senecio flaccidus var. douglasii Common Name Douglas' Groundsel, Shrubby Butterweed Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement