Kleinia abyssinica (A.Rich.) A.Berger
Description:
Native to tropical Africa, this succulent herb grows in seasonally dry habitats, including savannahs and rocky woodlands, at 1,300–2,200m. It thrives in full sun and gritty, fast-draining soils, requiring minimal watering. Growing 30cm–2m tall, it has thick, cylindrical, waxy silver-blue leaves, often marked with red, purple or white veins. It produces bright red to orange-red tassel-like flowers.
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