Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
96093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cufod.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , ser. 2, 50: 114 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095422



Common Names

  • Kleinia
  • Squarrose Kleinia
  • Squarrose Star-Finger


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Synonyms

  • Senecio eupapposus (Cufod.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Senecio polychotomus squarrosus (Cufod.) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Kleinia eupapposa Cufod. [unknown]

Description

Kleinia squarrosa (also called Squarrose Kleinia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia squarrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia squarrosa is a yellow-orange, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown, and have a tuft of white hairs at the top. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia squarrosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun in well-draining soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or by seed sown in spring or summer.

Where to Find Kleinia squarrosa

Kleinia squarrosa is native to Africa. It can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and woodlands.

Kleinia squarrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia squarrosa?

Kleinia squarrosa

What type of plant is Kleinia squarrosa?

It is a succulent

Where does Kleinia squarrosa grow?

It grows in tropical and subtropical regions

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-51605: Based on the initial data import
Georg Cufodontis (1896-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cufod.' in the authors string.