Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tuberculata
ID:
93669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22(4): 419 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092998



Common Names

  • Kleinia tuberculata
  • Tubercled Star-Cactus
  • Star Cactus


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Description

Kleinia tuberculata (also called Tubercled Kleinia, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub with yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia tuberculata is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Kleinia tuberculata flower is yellow and daisy-like in shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia tuberculata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a seed tray and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have developed two sets of true leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Kleinia tuberculata

Kleinia tuberculata is native to the Canary Islands and parts of Africa.

Kleinia tuberculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia tuberculata?

Kleinia tuberculata

What are the common names of Kleinia tuberculata?

Tubercled Kleinia

What is the native range of Kleinia tuberculata?

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-49230: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.