Medium
1 of 1 (100%)
Species
Senecio triangularis
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Arrowleaf butterweed
- Plant type
- Wildflower
- Growth habit
- Herbaceous
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- North American prairies
- Toxic to pets
- Toxic
- Toxic to people
- Toxic
- public plant
- 1 public plant
- collector
- 1 collector
At a glance
What Senecio triangularis is
Arrowleaf butterweed is a wildflower that grows as an herbaceous perennial. Its most distinct feature is the triangular shape of its leaves, which stand out against the stalks.
This plant enjoys a spot in full sun and requires medium watering. You will find that it brings the steady, quiet rhythm of North American prairies directly into your space.
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- Rank
- Species
- Most common light
- Full sun
- Most common watering
- Medium
- Most common temperature
- Warm
- Most common humidity
- Moderate
This plant contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can cause liver damage if ingested.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
Timeline
People and Senecio triangularis
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Wild origins
Indigenous groups observed this plant in its native prairie meadows. It was recognized as a permanent part of the local landscape.
- 19th century
Botanical study
Collectors began recording the plant in early surveys of North American flora. These accounts helped establish its formal identity in botanical collections.
- Modern day
Garden presence
You now find this plant used by those who prefer native wildflowers. It is primarily managed through seeds to maintain the health of the population.
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Care consensus
What collectors actually do
Aggregated from 1 public item across collecto.rs.
Full sun
1 of 1 (100%)
Warm
1 of 1 (100%)
Moderate
1 of 1 (100%)
Collectors
People growing Senecio triangularis
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Questions
Frequently asked about Senecio triangularis
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Senecio triangularis?
Senecio triangularis is a species in the Senecio genus. Commonly known as Arrowleaf butterweed, a wildflower, and with a herbaceous growth habit. Native to North American prairies.
How do you care for Senecio triangularis?
Across public collections on collecto.rs, the most common care setup for Senecio triangularis is Full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity.
How rare is Senecio triangularis?
Senecio triangularis is rare on collecto.rs — fewer than five public collectors currently track it. Add yours to be one of the first.
Where can I see real photos of Senecio triangularis?
Browse public Senecio triangularis collections on collecto.rs to see photos uploaded by the people growing it. Each item links to the collector's profile, with notes, acquisition date, and growth photos.
Can I track my own Senecio triangularis on collecto.rs?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your Senecio triangularis, upload photos, track care notes, and connect with other Senecio triangularis collectors. Your collection stays private by default; you choose what to make public.