6 Feb 2023

Euphorbia arbuscula

Euphorbia arbuscula is endemic to Socotra.

by morten

5 Feb 2023

Croton sarcocarpus

Croton sarcocarpus is easily distinguished from croton socotranus by the large leaves. Elevation: 393 meters. Croton sarcocarpus is endemic to Socotra.

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5 Feb 2023

Euphorbia schimperi

Native range of Euphorbia schimperi is Ethiopia, Eritrea, Socotra, Arabian Peninsula.

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5 Feb 2023

Habenaria socotrana

The fact that species of orchids are found on Socotra is a testament to the wealth of opportunities for life here. At first glance it is an arid island, yet…

by morten

5 Feb 2023

Tragia balfourii

Tragia balfourii is a species advertising a sinister side to it – stinging hairs, just like a stinging nettle. I did not have an encounter with its stings, as…

by morten

5 Feb 2023

Habenaria socotrana

Native range is Socotra and North Somalia

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4 Feb 2023

Dactyloctenium aristatum

A vibrant and healthy specimen of Dactyloctenium aristatum found in the sands of Arher. Many species found elsewhere on Socotra grow to their full potential by…

by morten

4 Feb 2023

Dactyloctenium aristatum

A slender but healthy specimen of Dactyloctenium aristatum found in the sands of Arher. Many species found elsewhere on Socotra grow to their full potential by…

by morten

4 Feb 2023

Euphorbia spiralis

A Euphorbia spiralis with just a few fresh flowers to show for so far this season, but if you look carefully you might find another individual not far away…

by morten

4 Feb 2023

Socotra plant (Poaceae)

by morten