Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schwartzii
ID:
120369

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.E.Newton

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 65(6): 287 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119698

Common Names

  • Kleinia schwartzii
  • Schwartz's Star-flower
  • Schwartz Starflower

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Description

Kleinia schwartzii (also called Kleinia, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa and Namibia. It has a thick, woody stem and small, fleshy leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kleinia schwartzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kleinia schwartzii is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of about 3 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kleinia schwartzii is a succulent plant that is best propagated through stem cuttings. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers sandy, well-draining soil. It should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly. It can be propagated through seeds, but this method is not recommended.

Where to Find Kleinia schwartzii

Kleinia schwartzii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Kleinia schwartzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kleinia schwartzii?

Kleinia schwartzii

What is the common name of Kleinia schwartzii?

Schwartz's kleinia

What is the family of Kleinia schwartzii?

Asteraceae

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-80984: Based on the initial data import
Leonard Eric Newton (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Newton' in the authors string.