13 Dec 2023
Barleria aculeata
Even though Barleria aculeata has spiny leaves, the goats have no problem eating away at them, as seen in this individual. The fact that there is much more…
13 Dec 2023
Coelocarpum socotranum
Coelocarpum socotranum is one of two species in the genus. This species grows to less than 50 cm in height, while the other, Coelocarpum haggierensis, grows to…
13 Dec 2023
Commiphora socotrana
Commiphora socotrana is in places very common. Key distinction: leaflets crenate-dentate opposed to entire in commiphora parviflora. Endemic to Socotra.…
12 Dec 2023
Boswellia scopulorum
Boswellia scopulorum is found in few and isolated areas where they escape the goats atop huge limestone boulders and in vertical cliffs. This is individual has…
12 Dec 2023
Boswellia scopulorum
Boswellia scopulorum is found in few and isolated areas where they escape the goats atop huge limestone boulders and in vertical cliffs. 22 October 2023…
12 Dec 2023
Hemionitis scioana
Hemionitis scioana is a common fern found in Socotra’s shady locations, and very easy to recognize during growth as the leaves are covered with a white powdery…