Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
130278

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) P.Halliday

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 39(4): t. 3894 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129607



Common Names

  • Kleinia madagascariensis
  • Madagascariensis Kleinia
  • Madagascariensis


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Synonyms

  • Senecio longiflorus madagascariensis (Humbert) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Senecio madagascariensis (Humbert) H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Notonia madagascariensis Humbert [unknown]

Description

Kleinia madagascariensis (also called Madagascar kleinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Madagascar. It has a woody stem and opposite, ovate leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia madagascariensis is a yellow-green disc-shaped head, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a tuft of white hairs at the tip. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia madagascariensis is a perennial shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Kleinia madagascariensis

Kleinia madagascariensis can be found in Madagascar, as well as in parts of India and Sri Lanka.

Kleinia madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia madagascariensis?

Kleinia madagascariensis

What type of plant is Kleinia madagascariensis?

Kleinia madagascariensis is a flowering plant

Where does Kleinia madagascariensis grow?

Kleinia madagascariensis is native to Madagascar

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-90533: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
Patricia Halliday (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Halliday' in the authors string.