Kniphofia galpinii
(sold as Orange Flame)
Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae
Common names: REDHOT POKER, TORCH FLOWER
Synonym: Kniphofia galpini orange flame
Native to: South Africa
Plant
Type: perennial
Forms: arching, clumping, erect
Max height: 3.3 feet
Max width: 3.3 feet
Flower
orange, red, secondary color present
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: hummingbird, specific butterfly species
Plant part consumed by birds: nectar
Exposure: part shade, sun
Propagates by: seed
flowers in spring
flowers in summer
Soil types: loam, well drained
USDA Zones: zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: +10 to +30 °F
Water: moderate, regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant