Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
walkeri
ID:
83046

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) M.R.Almeida

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Fl. Maharashtra 3A: 117 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082375



Common Names

  • Walker's Kleinia
  • Kleinia Walkeri
  • Walker's Starfish Plant


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Synonyms

  • Senecio stylosus N.P.Balakr. [unknown]
  • Senecio walkeri Thwaites [unknown]
  • Gynura walkeri Wight [unknown]
  • Senecio nilagerensis Sch.Bip. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Notonia walkeri C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Kleinia walkeri (also called Walker's kleinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the aster family. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in dry, rocky habitats such as mountains and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia walkeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia walkeri is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are round, with a length of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia walkeri is a succulent that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed in spring or by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Kleinia walkeri

Kleinia walkeri can be found in the dry, rocky slopes of the Canary Islands.

Kleinia walkeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia walkeri?

Kleinia walkeri

What is the common name of Kleinia walkeri?

Walker's kleinia

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia walkeri?

Grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Marselin Rusario Almeida (1939-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.R.Almeida' in the authors string.