Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chimanimaniensis
ID:
1331842

Status:
valid

Authors:
van Jaarsv.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Bradleya 33: 122 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344296





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Description

Kleinia chimanimaniensis (also called 'Chimanimani Kleinia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Zimbabwe, and is found in forests and thickets at elevations of 500-1,500 meters. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall, with leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia chimanimaniensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia chimanimaniensis is white, with a yellow center and a pleasant fragrance. The seed is small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a dark green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia chimanimaniensis is a succulent that is native to Zimbabwe. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Kleinia chimanimaniensis

Kleinia chimanimaniensis is found in the tropical rainforest of Mozambique.

Kleinia chimanimaniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia chimanimaniensis?

Kleinia chimanimaniensis

What is the common name of Kleinia chimanimaniensis?

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What is the family of Kleinia chimanimaniensis?

Asteraceae

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

Ernst Jacobus van Jaarsveld (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van Jaarsv.' in the authors string.