Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cephalophora
ID:
127234

Status:
valid

Authors:
Compton

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 15: 105 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126563



Common Names

  • Cephalophora
  • Star of Bethlehem
  • Kleinia


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Synonyms

  • Senecio cephalophorus (Compton) H.Jacobsen [unknown]

Description

Kleinia cephalophora (also called Conehead Kleinia, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It has a cylindrical stem and leaves that are deeply lobed. It has yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It is found in dry grasslands, disturbed areas, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia cephalophora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kleinia cephalophora has yellow flowers with five petals and a dark yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia cephalophora is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned out to give the remaining plants enough room to grow. The plants should be kept in full sun and watered regularly. To propagate by division, the plants should be divided in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Kleinia cephalophora

Kleinia cephalophora is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Kleinia cephalophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia cephalophora?

Kleinia cephalophora

What is the common name of Kleinia cephalophora?

Head-bearing Kleinia

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia cephalophora?

Dry grasslands and rocky slopes

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,

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