Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curvata
ID:
19353

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22(4): 420 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018682



Common Names

  • Curvata Kleinia
  • Curved Kleinia
  • Curved Kleinia Daisy


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Description

Kleinia curvata (also called Curved Kleinia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Canary Islands and Madeira. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate to oblong-lanceolate, and its flowers are yellow or white. It prefers sunny and dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia curvata is a succulent plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to make herbal tea and to create natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kleinia curvata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia curvata is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°F. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take 4-6 inch stem cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Kleinia curvata

Kleinia curvata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Kleinia curvata FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Kleinia curvata?

Kleinia curvata prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What type of soil does Kleinia curvata prefer?

Kleinia curvata prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH of 5.5-6.5.

How much light does Kleinia curvata need?

Kleinia curvata needs bright, indirect light to thrive.

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-118063: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.