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Kniphofia parviflora

Kniphofia parviflora Kunth
Kniphofia parviflora
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Kniphofia parviflora is a species in the genus Kniphofia, belonging to the family Asphodelaceae. It was first described by Kunth in 1843 and is native to the Cape Provinces and KwaZulu-Natal regions.

Description

Kniphofia parviflora is a member of the Asphodelaceae family, a group of flowering plants that includes various ornamental and ecologically significant species. This species is found in the Cape Provinces and KwaZulu-Natal of South Africa. It was formally described by the botanist Kunth in 1843. The genus Kniphofia is known for its striking, often red and yellow, inflorescences that attract pollinators such as birds and insects. Kniphofia parviflora shares these characteristics and contributes to the biodiversity of its native habitats.

Distribution

Cape Provinces · KwaZulu-Natal

Synonyms

Kniphofia modestaKniphofia krookii

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