Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiflora
ID:
41150

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 337 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040479



Common Names

  • Long-Flowered Kleinia
  • Long-Flowered Senecio
  • Kleinia Longiflora


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Synonyms

  • Senecio longiflorus Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Cineraria angulosa E.Mey. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio avasimontanus Dinter [unknown]
  • Othonna avasimontana Dinter [unknown]
  • Curio avasimontanus (Dinter) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Kleinia scottioides C.Jeffrey [unknown]
  • Senecio viminalis Bremek. [unknown]

Description

Kleinia longiflora (also called long-flowered kleinia, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands and disturbed areas. It has yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia longiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kleinia longiflora has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The flowers have five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia longiflora is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Kleinia longiflora

Kleinia longiflora is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Western Cape Province.

Kleinia longiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia longiflora?

Kleinia longiflora

What is the common name of Kleinia longiflora?

Long-flowered Kleinia

Where does Kleinia longiflora grow?

Kleinia longiflora is native to East 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,