Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Elevation: 409 meters.


Hemionitis scioana

Hemionitis scioana

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 substance, that later…


Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Socotra plant (Poaceae)

22 October 2023 cyclone Tej hit Socotra. The following weeks held plenty of rainfall, providing a steady foundation for exceptional growth. The grasses respond…


Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Elevation: 16 meters. Socotra plant (Poaceae)


Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Elevation: 16 meters.


Cenchrus pennisetiformis

Cenchrus pennisetiformis

Native range is Mauritania, Niger, Egypt to Kenya, Arabian Peninsula to Myanmar. Elevation: 554 meters.


Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Elevation: 531 meters. Socotra plant (Poaceae)


Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Socotra plant (Poaceae)

Elevation: 531 meters. Socotra plant (Poaceae)


Adiantum balfourii

Adiantum balfourii

Native range is Northeast Tropical Africa. Elevation: 579 meters.


Hemionitis scioana

Hemionitis scioana

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 substance, that later…