Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
78940

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 24(4): 381 (-383; fig. 1) (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078269



Common Names

  • Caespitose Kleinia
  • Caespitose Star-thistle
  • Caespitose Star Thistle


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Description

Kleinia caespitosa (also called Tufted kleinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is typically found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia caespitosa is yellow in color with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia caespitosa is a perennial succulent that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Kleinia caespitosa

Kleinia caespitosa is native to Africa and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Kleinia caespitosa FAQ

What are the common names of Kleinia caespitosa?

Tufted Kleinia

What are the characteristics of Kleinia caespitosa?

It is an herbaceous perennial plant with a woody base. It has a single stem that grows up to 1 m tall. The leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and have toothed margins. The flower heads are solitary and have yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets.

What is the habitat of Kleinia caespitosa?

It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

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-3487: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.