Kniphofia triangularis
Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae
Common names: REDHOT POKER, TORCH FLOWER
Native to: South Africa
Plant
Type: perennial
Forms: arching, clumping, erect
Leaves deciduous
Max height: 3 feet
Max width: 3 feet
Flower
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: hummingbird, specific butterfly species
Plant part consumed by birds: nectar
Plant features: deciduous
Exposure: part shade, sun
Propagates by: seed
flowers in fall
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zones: zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: +10 to +30 °F
Water: moderate
Butterflies that feed on this plant