This annual has an upright habit with many branched stems and is available in a tall or short form. It has large dark green leaves and the daisy-like flowers are available in a variety of colours and appear above the foliage during spring.

Hardiness zones 9 to 11

Senecio cruentus is naturally found in Canary Islands growing in well drained fertile moist light soils in a semi shaded position and is frost and drought tender.

Cineraria is grown for its flowers and is mass planted for bedding displays in parks and large gardens or grown in patio pots and tubs. It is fast growing and establishes in one season and is a popular houseplant in cooler climates. It is also used in shaded courtyards in warmer regions. ID 317

Senecio(se-NE-kee-ô) cruentus(kroo-EN-tus)

Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)     
(Compositae)
Sunflower Family