Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
klattii
ID:
24774

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 61 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024103

Common Names

  • Klatt's Sinclairia
  • Klatt's Starwort
  • Klatt's Bracted Starwort

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Synonyms

  • Sinclairiopsis klattii Rydb. [unknown]
  • Liabum klattii B.L.Rob. & Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Sinclairia klattii (also called Klatt's Sinclairia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It has linear leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sinclairia klattii can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow-orange, Seed: small, dark, oval-shaped, Seedlings: small, oval-shaped leaves with a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinclairia klattii is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.

Where to Find Sinclairia klattii

Sinclairia klattii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Sinclairia klattii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinclairia klattii?

Sinclairia klattii

What is the common name of Sinclairia klattii?

Klatt's Sinclairia

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Asteraceae

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-123290: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.