Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
descoingsii
ID:
44992

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 98 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044321



Common Names

  • Descoings' Kleinia
  • Descoings' Starflower
  • Descoings' Star-flower


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Synonyms

  • Senecio descoingsii (Humbert) jacobs. ex G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Notonia descoingsii Humbert [unknown]
  • Senecio descoingsii (Humbert) H.Jacobsen [unknown]

Description

Kleinia descoingsii (also called Madagascar Widow's-Thrill, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia descoingsii is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kleinia descoingsii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia descoingsii is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Kleinia descoingsii

Kleinia descoingsii is native to Madagascar. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Kleinia descoingsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia descoingsii?

Kleinia descoingsii

What is the common name of Kleinia descoingsii?

Descoings' kleinia

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia descoingsii?

Dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands

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-142871: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.