Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligondonta
ID:
70633

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 926. 1986 [20 Oct 1986]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069962



Common Names

  • Kleinia Star
  • Kleinia Daisy
  • Kleinia Bush


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Description

Kleinia oligondonta (also called 'Cushion Senecio', among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It has long, thin, grey-green leaves with a velvety texture and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia oligondonta is used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kleinia oligondonta has small, white, star-shaped flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia oligondonta is a succulent shrub that is propagated by stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, shaded area until they are well established. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly.

Where to Find Kleinia oligondonta

Kleinia oligondonta can be found in the Canary Islands.

Kleinia oligondonta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia oligondonta?

Kleinia oligondonta

What type of plant is Kleinia oligondonta?

Kleinia oligondonta is a succulent

Where can Kleinia oligondonta be found?

Kleinia oligondonta can be found in South Africa

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-26763: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.