Justicia rigida

Justicia rigida

Found in Socotra's low-lying western plains and near the coast. It has white flowers, but I encountered none with flowers during my December visit. Elevation:…


Trichocalyx orbiculatus

Trichocalyx orbiculatus

Similar to Trichocalyx orbiculatus, but with broader, orbicular leaves. Elevation: 409 meters. Endemic.


Gymnocarpos kuriensis

Gymnocarpos kuriensis

Elevation: 409 meters. Endemic.


Barleria tetracantha

Barleria tetracantha

A young individual finding foothold in a hole in the limestone of southwestern Socotra. When not in bloom it's recognized by the characteristic four-branched…


Justicia rigida

Justicia rigida

Found in Socotra's low-lying western plains and near the coast. It has white flowers, but I encountered none with flowers during my December visit. Elevation:…


Justicia rigida

Justicia rigida

Found in Socotra's low-lying western plains and near the coast. It has white flowers, but I encountered none with flowers during my December visit. Elevation:…


Trichocalyx obovatus

Trichocalyx obovatus

Similar to trichocalyx orbiculatus which has orbicular leaves with shorter petiole. Uncertain if this could be a variation of one species. Elevation: 150…


Neuracanthus aculeatus

Neuracanthus aculeatus

Endemic. Elevation: 16 meters.


Neuracanthus aculeatus

Neuracanthus aculeatus

Endemic. Elevation: 52 meters. Neuracanthus…</p><hr class=

Neuracanthus aculeatus

Neuracanthus aculeatus

Endemic. Elevation: 52 meters. Neuracanthus…</p><hr class=