Overview
Kleinia odora is a bushy, spreading branched cactus succulent in the genus Kleinia, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Kleinia odora grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include houseplants, patio and container plants, sub-tropical and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Kleinia odora is found in Ethiopia, Somalia, Yemen and Saudi Arabia. It is distinguished by having succulent stems or leaves. It is common in low dry hills along coastal plains. It forms large clumps bearing dense clusters of cream or whitish flowers on the tips of the pencil-like stems. It is native to Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Oman, Saudi Arabia and other regions. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it needs a warm, frost-free position in the UK (RHS H1c). Suggested uses include houseplants, patio and container plants, sub-tropical and conservatory and greenhouse. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing, east-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in very well-drained, gritty compost. Full sun.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Kleinia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Kleinia odora size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent, Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Kleinia odora
- Propagation
- Seed, Cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Kleinia odora?
Kleinia odora prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Kleinia odora need?
Kleinia odora grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Kleinia odora hardy in the UK?
Kleinia odora has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Kleinia odora?
Seed, Cuttings.
