Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neriifolia
ID:
41119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Haw.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. Succ. : 312 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040448



Common Names

  • Kleinia neriifolia
  • Nerifolia Kleinia
  • Nerifolia Star-Flower


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia terminalis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Kleinia neriifolia neriifolia [unknown]
  • Senecio neriifolius Baill. [unknown]
  • Kleinia kleinia Druce [unknown]
  • Cacalia kleinia L. [unknown]
  • Senecio kleinia Less. [unknown]
  • Kleinia neriifolia ovalifolia G.Kunkel [unknown]
  • Senecio kleinia tuberculata Afferni & Mangani [unknown]

Description

Kleinia neriifolia (also called Kleinia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant with a thick, woody stem and yellow flowers. It is native to Africa, and grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia neriifolia is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and is drought-tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia neriifolia is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, green stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia neriifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the clumps or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in USDA Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Kleinia neriifolia

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

Kleinia neriifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia neriifolia?

Kleinia neriifolia

What is the common name of Kleinia neriifolia?

Nerium-leaved Kleinia

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia neriifolia?

It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky areas.

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,

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