Cryptostephanus


Cryptostephanus is a genus of African plants in the family Amaryllidaceae, native to Kenya, Tanzania, Angola, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Its closest relative is Clivia, with which it shares some characters, including thick, fleshy roots, strap-like leaves, and fruit in the form of a berry.

Species

Recognized species:
imageScientific nameDistribution
Cryptostephanus densiflorus Welw. ex BakerAngola, Namibia
Cryptostephanus haemanthoides PaxKenya, Tanzania
Cryptostephanus vansonii Verd.Mozambique, Zimbabwe