Klackenbergia
Genus of flowering plants
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Klackenbergia is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the gentian family (Gentianaceae) and the tribe Exaceae.[1] It only contains two species, both endemic to Madagascar. They are notable for their inflorescence with characteristic long bracts and bracteoles and sub-sessile flowers arranged in axillary fascicules at each node.[2]
| Klackenbergia | |
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| Klackenbergia stricta | |
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Gentianales |
| Family: | Gentianaceae |
| Tribe: | Exaceae |
| Genus: | Klackenbergia Kissling |
| Type species | |
| Klackenbergia stricta (Schinz) Kissling | |
The genus is named after Jens Klackenberg (1951-).[citation needed]
Species
- Klackenbergia stricta (Schinz) Kissling
- Klackenbergia condensata (Klack.) Kissling