Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ogadensis
ID:
29939

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22(4): 422 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029268



Common Names

  • Kleinia Ogadensis
  • Ogaden Kleinia
  • Ogaden Senecio


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Description

Kleinia ogadensis (also called Ogaden Kleinia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Africa. It has a dense, rounded habit and is covered in small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia ogadensis is used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia ogadensis is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia ogadensis is a perennial shrub native to Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Kleinia ogadensis

Kleinia ogadensis is found in the Ogaden region of Ethiopia and Somalia.

Kleinia ogadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia ogadensis?

Kleinia ogadensis

What is the native range of Kleinia ogadensis?

Africa

What type of soil does Kleinia ogadensis prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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-128287: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.