14 Dec 2023
Cynanchum socotranum
I've only occasionally encountered mature individuals like this one, but every time Cissus subaphylla has been growing…
14 Dec 2023
Ceropegia affinis
Native range of Ceropegia affinis is Eritrea to Kenya and Socotra. Elevation: 641 meters.
13 Dec 2023
Cynanchum socotranum
A heavily browsed Cynanchum socotranum that has survived for many years, judging by the very dense and widespread…
12 Dec 2023
Cryptolepis volubilis
Cryptolepis volubilis is a climbing shrub, and my first encounter so far on Socotra. Endemic. Elevation: 197 meters.…
12 Dec 2023
Cynanchum revoilii
Cynanchum revoilii is a very common species to mid-level elevations, but I have only occasionally encountered them in…
12 Dec 2023
Cynanchum revoilii
Cynanchum revoilii is a very common species to mid-level elevations, and in most instances seen without any sign of…
17 Jul 2023
Ceropegia pubescens
Ceropegia pubescens is found in Sikkim's subtropical to temperate biomes to 3200 meters elevation. Elevation: 1880…
15 Jul 2023
Miniature Wax Plant (Hoya bella)
The Miniature Wax Plant (Hoya bella) is found in Sikkim's subtropical biome. Elevation: 1704 meters. Native range is…
10 Jul 2023
Hoya acuminata
Hoya acuminata is found in Sikkim's temperate to 2700 meters elevation. Elevation: 1651 meters. Native range is East…
9 Jul 2023
Miniature Wax Plant (Hoya bella)
Miniature Wax Plant (Hoya bella) is found in Sikkim's subtropical biome. Elevation: 1525 meters. Native range is Assam…
6 Feb 2023
Cryptolepis socotrana
Cryptolepis socotrana is a specialist that thrives in the cracks of vertical cliffs around waterways. Their roots find…