Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22(4): 422 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029268
Common Names
- Kleinia Ogadensis
- Ogaden Kleinia
- Ogaden Senecio
Description
Kleinia ogadensis (also called Ogaden Kleinia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Africa. It has a dense, rounded habit and is covered in small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Kleinia ogadensis is used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kleinia ogadensis is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kleinia ogadensis is a perennial shrub native to Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Kleinia ogadensis
Kleinia ogadensis is found in the Ogaden region of Ethiopia and Somalia.
Kleinia ogadensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kleinia ogadensis?
Kleinia ogadensis
What is the native range of Kleinia ogadensis?
Africa
What type of soil does Kleinia ogadensis prefer?
Well-drained, sandy soil
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,