Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schweinfurthii
ID:
20156

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Berger

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Monatsschr. Kakteenk. 1905, 11 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019485



Common Names

  • Schweinfurth's Kleinia
  • Schweinfurthii Kleinia
  • Schweinfurth's Starflower


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Synonyms

  • Notonia schweinfurthii Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Notonia incisifolia P.R.O.Bally [unknown]
  • Notoniopsis schweinfurthii (Oliv. & Hiern) B.Nord. [unknown]
  • Senecio ballyi G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Kleinia schweinfurthii (also called Schweinfurth's Kleinia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Africa and grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia schweinfurthii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia schweinfurthii is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and round, and the seedling has a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia schweinfurthii is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Kleinia schweinfurthii

Kleinia schweinfurthii is native to East Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Kleinia schweinfurthii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia schweinfurthii?

Kleinia schweinfurthii

What is the common name of Kleinia schweinfurthii?

Schweinfurth's Kleinia

What is the habitat of Kleinia schweinfurthii?

Meadows, grasslands, and open forests

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-11884: Based on the initial data import
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.