Status:
valid
Authors:
van Jaarsv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Aloe 42(1-2): 12 (-13; figs.) (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013275
Common Names
- Venter's Kleinia
- Venter's Starwort
- Venter's Daisy
Description
Kleinia venteri (also called Venter's Kleinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant, with stems reaching up to 30 cm in height. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and is typically found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Kleinia venteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kleinia venteri has small yellow flowers with a single row of petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kleinia venteri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Cultivation requires full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Kleinia venteri
Kleinia venteri is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky areas and on cliffs.
Kleinia venteri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kleinia venteri?
Kleinia venteri
What type of plant is Kleinia venteri?
Kleinia venteri is a succulent
What is the natural habitat of Kleinia venteri?
Kleinia venteri is native to South Africa
Species in the Kleinia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,