Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gregorii
ID:
71220

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 927 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070549



Common Names

  • Gregor's Kleinia
  • Gregorii Kleinia
  • Gregor's Starburst


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Synonyms

  • Senecio gregorii (S.Moore) H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Notonia gregorii S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Kleinia gregorii (also called 'Gregor's Daisy Bush', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia gregorii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia gregorii is a yellow-orange, star-shaped bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia gregorii is a fast-growing plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained, sandy soil and should be planted in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Kleinia gregorii

Kleinia gregorii can be found in the Canary Islands, Madeira and the Azores.

Kleinia gregorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia gregorii?

Kleinia gregorii

What is the common name of Kleinia gregorii?

Kleinia gregorii

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia gregorii?

Kleinia gregorii is native to the Mediterranean region

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-27352: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.