Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mccoyi
ID:
90082

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.E.Newton

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 74(5): 217 (2002) (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089411



Common Names

  • McCoy's Kleinia
  • McCoy's Star-Cactus
  • McCoy's Star-Flower


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Description

Kleinia mccoyi (also called McCoy's kleinia, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia mccoyi is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Kleinia mccoyi flower is yellow with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia mccoyi is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Cut a stem from the plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting it in a well-draining soil mix. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, bright spot. The cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Kleinia mccoyi

Kleinia mccoyi is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Kleinia mccoyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia mccoyi?

Kleinia mccoyi

What is the common name of Kleinia mccoyi?

McCoy's Kleinia

What type of plant is Kleinia mccoyi?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Kleinia mccoyi found?

South Africa

What is the growth habit of Kleinia mccoyi?

Upright

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-45721: Based on the initial data import
Leonard Eric Newton (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Newton' in the authors string.