Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolichocoma
ID:
99784

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 925 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000099113



Common Names

  • Kleinia
  • Dolichocoma
  • Dolichocoma Kleinia


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Description

Kleinia dolichocoma (also called Long-stemmed Kleinia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 foot tall. It is native to the western United States, from California to Arizona, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia dolichocoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and also as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kleinia dolichocoma has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia dolichocoma is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in a wide range of climates. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should have at least two sets of leaves. Place the cuttings in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist until they have rooted. Once they have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Kleinia dolichocoma

Kleinia dolichocoma is native to South Africa and can be found in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Kleinia dolichocoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia dolichocoma?

Kleinia dolichocoma

What is the common name of Kleinia dolichocoma?

Dolichocoma Kleinia

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia dolichocoma?

Dry and semi-arid regions of South Africa

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-5573: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.