Status:
valid
Authors:
Cufod.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , ser. 2, 50: 113 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128174
Common Names
- Negri's Kleinia
- Negri's Star-Cactus
- Negri's Senecio
Description
Kleinia negrii (also called Negri's Kleinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flower heads with a single yellow ray floret and a yellow center of disc florets. It is native to Africa and prefers dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Kleinia negrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kleinia negrii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kleinia negrii is a perennial species of plant that is native to Africa. It can be propagated through division of the root system in early spring. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best to plant it in well-drained soil and water it regularly. It can also be propagated through seed in the fall or spring.
Where to Find Kleinia negrii
Kleinia negrii is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry, rocky habitats such as cliffs and rocky outcrops.
Kleinia negrii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kleinia negrii?
Kleinia negrii
What is the common name of Kleinia negrii?
Negri's Kleinia
What is the family of Kleinia negrii?
Asteraceae
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,