Kniphofia (Red hot poker, Torch lily, Poker plant) is a genus of plants in the family Asphodelaceae that includes 70 or more species native to Africa. Some species have been commercially used for horticultural use and are commonly known for their bright, rocket-shaped flowers. These plants produce spikes of brightly-coloured, hanging, red-to-orange flowers. This gives names such as “torch” and “red hot poker” to many of them.

Kniphofia princeae is a perennial plant that is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Malawi, Rwanda, and Tanzania. It grows in the subtropical biome. It has grass-like leaves that are narrow and 10-100cm long. It produces upright flower spikes that are brightly coloured and well above the foliage. The flowers produce nectar that attracts bees and sunbirds.