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Kleinia barbertonica (Klatt) Burtt Davy
| Family Name: | Asteraceae (Compositae) |
| Synonyms: | Senecio barbertonicus Klatt |
| Common Name: | Succulent Bush Senecio, Barberton Senecio |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Shrub |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
| Plant Shape | Rounded |
| Maximum Height | 0.9 m to 1.5 m |
| Maximum Plant Spread / Crown Width | 0.9 m to 1.5 m |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial (Inland Cliff) |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Desert / Arid |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Succulent shrub with rounded growth form. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Bright green, cylindrical leaves are spirally arranged. |
| Flowers | Yellow, daisy-like flowers are fragrant and arranged in clusters. |
| Habitat | Occurs on rocky cliffs. |
| Associated Fauna | This species attracts butterflies. |
| Cultivation | Plant in well-drained, acidic to neutral soils. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | General, Hedge / Screening, Flowerbed / Border, Container Planting, Slope Stabilization |
| Thematic Landscaping | Naturalistic Garden, Rockery / Desert Garden |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Fauna Pollination Dispersal Associated Fauna | Butterfly-Attracting |
|---|---|
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Little Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Drought Tolerant, Well-Drained Soils |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth |
| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
| Foliar Arrangement Along Stem | Spiral |
| Foliar Attachment to Stem | Sessile |
| Foliar Shape(s) | Non-Palm Foliage |
| Foliar Apex - Tip | Acute |
| Foliar Base | Truncate / Square |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Yellow / Golden |
|---|---|
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Individual Flower Shape | Tubular |
| Inflorescence Type | Head / Capitulum |
| Flower Colour(s) Remarks | Orangish yellow |
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Others
| Master ID | 31290 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 5687 |
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