5 Feb 2023
Socotran Pomegranate (Punica protopunica)
A vibrant, healthy and quite tall Punica protopunica, found next to the walls of the north east of Socotra. These vertical cliffs provide shade and moisture…
5 Feb 2023
Geranium biuncinatum
The vertical cliffs of the north-east Socotra are home to many plant species that thrive in the protective shadow of the tall cliffs, which also provide water…
4 Feb 2023
Jimsonweed (Datura stramonium)
An invasive species, introduced by humans. Native range is Texas to Central America, Caribbean.
3 Feb 2023
Christ’s Thorn Jujube (Ziziphus spina-christi)
A very popular fruit with Socotris. I have yet to taste one, as these lovely fruits were out of reach for me to pick. Native range is Africa, Arabia to…
2 Feb 2023
Socotran Desert Rose (Adenium obesum ssp. socotranum)
The unmistakable fruit of the Socotran desert rose. I encountered plenty of fruits during this visit to Socotra, but only 2-3 with open follicles and…
1 Feb 2023
Euphorbia schimperi
A common species in shrubland and seen in all stages of growth depending on the the location. Here it is blooming and is active, whilst in another location…
1 Feb 2023
Euphorbia socotrana
A beautiful specimen, vibrant with life and energy due to sufficient moisture this winter. It is endemic, which means it grows nowhere else on Earth. This is…