Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mweroensis
ID:
77236

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076565



Common Names

  • Kleinia
  • Mweroensis
  • Mwero Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Senecio mweroensis Baker [unknown]
  • Senecio mweroensis mweroensis [unknown]
  • Senecio mweroensis mweroensis [unknown]

Description

Kleinia mweroensis (also called Mwero Kleinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen succulent shrub native to Tanzania. It has a woody stem with fleshy, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia mweroensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Kleinia mweroensis sub. mweroensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia mweroensis is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia mweroensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Kleinia mweroensis

Kleinia mweroensis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and France.

Kleinia mweroensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia mweroensis?

Kleinia mweroensis

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia mweroensis?

Dry, rocky slopes

What is the flowering period of Kleinia mweroensis?

Late spring to early summer

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-33216: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.