Kniphofia bruceae


Quick Characteristics:

Height: 200-250 cm (6.6-8.2 ft)
Flower Colors: yellow
Flower Season: late autumn
 

Kniphofia bruceae Codd is a rare, massive poker reaching over 2 m in height that was thought to be extinct until Cameron McMaster rediscovered it in the 1990 ties . The dense, tall inflorescenses feature yellow-greenish buds opening to cream flowers. It is similar to Kniphofia linearifolia, but has protruding stamens and bracts with long pointed tips. Photos from Cameron McMaster.

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