Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lauschsii
ID:
85030

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lavranos & T.A.McCoy

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Kakteen And. Sukk. 54(3): 68 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084359



Common Names

  • Lauschsii Kleinia
  • Kleinia Star Cactus
  • Star Cactus Kleinia


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Description

Kleinia lauschsii (also called Lausch's Kleinia, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes, and has yellow flowers with white centers and linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia lauschsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia lauschsii is a white to purple composite flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia lauschsii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When propagating by seed, it should be sown in a sunny spot in the spring. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or fall. It is important to keep the soil moist and well-drained.

Where to Find Kleinia lauschsii

Kleinia lauschsii can be found in dry, rocky areas of the Canary Islands.

Kleinia lauschsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia lauschsii?

Kleinia lauschsii

What is the common name of Kleinia lauschsii?

Lausch's Kleinia

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia lauschsii?

It is native to Ethiopia

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

John Jacob Lavranos (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavranos' in the authors string.
Thomas A. McCoy (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.A.McCoy' in the authors string.