Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stapeliiformis
ID:
16699

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 150: t. 9030 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016028



Common Names

  • Kleinia stapeliiformis
  • Stapelia-like Kleinia
  • Stapelia-like Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio stapeliiformis E.Phillips [unknown]

Description

Kleinia stapeliiformis (also called 'stapelia-like kleinia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa, found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem with small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia stapeliiformis is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of food, and as an ornamental plant. Its leaves are used to make tea, and its fruits are edible. It is also used to make dyes and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kleinia stapeliiformis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia stapeliiformis is a succulent native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, the seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be planted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Kleinia stapeliiformis

Kleinia stapeliiformis is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Kleinia stapeliiformis FAQ

What is Kleinia stapeliiformis's common name?

It is commonly known as the Stapeliiform Kleinia

What is the scientific classification of Kleinia stapeliiformis?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae

Where is Kleinia stapeliiformis native to?

It is native to 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-115506: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.