Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abyssinica
ID:
71936

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) A.Berger

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Monatsschr. Kakteenk. 1905, 11 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071265



Common Names

  • Kleinia abyssinica
  • Abyssinian Mourning Widow
  • Abyssinian Widow's-tears


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Description

Kleinia abyssinica (also called 'Abyssinian Mourning Widow' and 'Abyssinian Widow', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Ethiopia and Somalia. It grows up to 1.5 m in height and has a greyish-green stem with small, oblong leaves. It is found in dry and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia abyssinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Kleinia abyssinica var. hildebrandtii (Vatke) C.Jeffrey

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kleinia abyssinica has yellow, daisy-like flowers with many petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia abyssinica is a perennial succulent that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly in the spring.

Where to Find Kleinia abyssinica

Kleinia abyssinica is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the Ethiopian Highlands.

Kleinia abyssinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia abyssinica?

Kleinia abyssinica

What is the common name of Kleinia abyssinica?

Abyssinian Kleinia

What type of plant is Kleinia abyssinica?

Perennial herbaceous plant

Species in the Kleinia genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-28040: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.