Is Scented Groundsel safe for pets?

No, Scented Groundsel (Senecio Odoratus) is toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it out of reach of pets.

Is Scented Groundsel easy to care for?

Scented Groundsel has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Scented Groundsel grow indoors?

Scented Groundsel is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Scented Groundsel (Senecio Odoratus) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Senecio odoratus is an evergreen shrub native to southern Australia, known for its aromatic foliage and adaptability to dry conditions.

Last updated: April 2026

Scented Groundsel

Senecio Odoratus

Senecio odoratus is an evergreen shrub native to southern Australia, known for its aromatic foliage and adaptability to dry conditions.

Quick Facts

Type

shrub

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

drought-tolerant

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe

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Not Child Safe

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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, drought-tolerant landscaping, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Scented Groundsel

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae

Genus:Senecio