Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
implexa
ID:
134409

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.R.O.Bally) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 926 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133738

Common Names

  • Kleinia Implexa
  • Climbing Kleinia
  • Climbing Senecio

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Description

Kleinia implexa (also called Impala Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Africa and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. Its leaves are deeply lobed and its flowers are bright yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia implexa has been used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat wounds, skin infections, and other ailments. It has also been used for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia implexa is a yellow-greenish color and has a daisy-like form. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia implexa is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. When propagating from division, the plant should be divided in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Kleinia implexa

Kleinia implexa is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and shrublands. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Kleinia implexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia implexa?

Kleinia implexa

What are the common names of Kleinia implexa?

Implexa kleinia, Implexa kleinia

What is the natural habitat of Kleinia implexa?

Kleinia implexa is native to the Canary Islands, Madeira, and Morocco.

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-94540: Based on the initial data import
Peter René Oscar Bally (1895-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.R.O.Bally' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.