Lichtensteinia (plant)

Lichtensteinia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae (carrot family). These plants are native to South Africa.

Lichtensteinia species are typically perennial herbs or subshrubs. They are characterized by their finely divided leaves and umbels of small flowers. The flowers are usually white or cream-colored.

The genus is named in honour of German physician, explorer, botanist, and zoologist Martin Hinrich Carl Lichtenstein (1780-1857).

Several species are recognized within the genus Lichtensteinia, including, but not limited to:

• Lichtensteinia interrupta
• Lichtensteinia lacera
• Lichtensteinia trifida

The exact classification and number of species within the genus can vary depending on the taxonomic authority consulted. Detailed information regarding the cultivation and specific uses of Lichtensteinia plants is limited and often requires specialized botanical resources.