Water
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, typically every 2-4 weeks in the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in winter, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage.
Also known as Mountain Fire · Senecio
Kleinia cephalophora is a succulent shrub native to South Africa, known for its fleshy, cylindrical stems and clusters of small, yellow flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of light daily. Can tolerate some direct sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings
25% intensity
Overwatering leads to root rot.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Average room temperature
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Sparse feeding during growing season
25% intensity
Use a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from spring to summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, typically every 2-4 weeks in the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in winter, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage.
Prune to maintain shape and remove any dead or leggy stems. Trim back stems that have become too long or sparse to encourage bushier growth.
Pruning can be done at any time, but is best done in spring before new growth begins.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 5-10 cm cuttings in spring or summer and allow the cut end to callus over for a few days. Plant in well-draining soil and keep slightly moist until roots form.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix formulated for succulents or cacti.
Repot in spring, choosing a pot only slightly larger than the previous one to avoid waterlogging.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Kleinia Cephalophora (Kleinia cephalophora)
Where Kleinia Cephalophora (Kleinia cephalophora) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Kleinia |
| Species | Kleinia cephalophora |
Similar in genus Kleinia
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