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Kniphofia buchananii

Kniphofia buchananii Baker
Kniphofia buchananii
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Kniphofia buchananii is a species in the genus Kniphofia, family Asphodelaceae, native to KwaZulu-Natal. It was first described by Baker in 1885.

Description

Kniphofia buchananii belongs to the Asphodelaceae family and is part of the Kniphofia genus, which includes various flowering plants commonly known as red hot pokers. This species is native to the region of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. The scientific name was first published by Baker in 1885, contributing to the taxonomic classification of the genus. As a member of the Asphodelaceae, it is related to other plants such as Aloe and related genera, which are typically found in arid or semi-arid environments.

Distribution

KwaZulu-Natal

Synonyms

Kniphofia buchananii var. flavescens

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