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Kniphofia foliosa

Kniphofia foliosa Hochst.
Kniphofia foliosa
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Kniphofia foliosa is a plant species in the family Asphodelaceae, native to Ethiopia. It was first described by the botanist Hochst. in 1844.

Description

Kniphofia foliosa belongs to the genus Kniphofia, which is part of the Asphodelaceae family. This family is known for its diverse group of flowering plants, many of which are adapted to arid or semi-arid environments. The species is native to Ethiopia, where it grows in its natural habitat. The plant was formally described and published in 1844 by the botanist Hochst. The genus Kniphofia is characterized by its striking inflorescences, often with tubular flowers arranged in dense clusters. Kniphofia foliosa shares these traits, contributing to the ecological and botanical diversity of the region.

Distribution

Ethiopia

Synonyms

Kniphofia arussiiKniphofia densifloraKniphofia quartiniana

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