Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
94678

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22(4): 424 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094007



Common Names

  • Slender Kleinia
  • Kleinia
  • Kleinia gracilis


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Description

Kleinia gracilis (also called Kleinia gracilis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a terminal flower head. The leaves are linear and have a toothed margin. The flowers are yellow and have five petals. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia gracilis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia gracilis is a succulent that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer, and division can be done in spring or fall. The plant should be grown in full sun and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Kleinia gracilis

Kleinia gracilis is native to South Africa. It can be found in rocky outcrops and dry, open areas.

Kleinia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia gracilis?

Kleinia gracilis

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia gracilis?

Kleinia gracilis is native to the steppes of Central Asia.

What is the best soil type for Kleinia gracilis?

Kleinia gracilis prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils.

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-50212: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.