Tragia balfourii
Tragia balfourii is a species advertising a sinister side to it – stinging hairs, just like a stinging nettle. I did…
Bicyclus anynana (ssp. socotrana)
In places Bicyclus anynana (ssp. socotrana) is commonly seen on socotra, like this one alongside the trail to Hoq……
Cowpea Witchweed (Striga gesnerioides)
The parasitic Cowpea Witchweed (Striga gesnerioides) is found throughout Socotra, from sea-level and up to about 700…
Bark Snails (Achatinelloides)
The diversity of life on Socotra is incredible and the plant species endemic to the island rivals that of the Galapagos…
Cowpea Witchweed (Striga gesnerioides)
The parasitic Cowpea Witchweed (Striga gesnerioides) is found throughout Socotra, from sea-level and up to about 700…
Commiphora ornifolia
Commiphora ornifolia is a species with winding and twisting branches, with smooth, grey bark. Found throughout…
Beadbean (Maerua angolensis ssp. socotrana)
Beadbean (Maerua angolensis ssp. socotrana) is endemic to Socotra.
