Cynanchum socotranum

Cynanchum socotranum

I've only occasionally encountered mature individuals like this one, but every time Cissus subaphylla has been growing…


Ceropegia affinis

Ceropegia affinis

Native range is Eritrea to Kenya and Socotra. Elevation: 641 meters.


Cynanchum socotranum

Cynanchum socotranum

A heavily browsed individual that has survived for many years, judging by the very dense and widespread growth. The…


Cynanchum socotranum

Cynanchum socotranum

Elevation: 579 meters. Endemic.


Cryptolepis volubilis

Cryptolepis volubilis

A climbing shrub, and my first encounter so far on Socotra. Endemic. Elevation: 197 meters.


Cynanchum revoilii

Cynanchum revoilii

A very common species to mid-level elevations, but I have only occasionally encountered them in bloom like here.…


Cynanchum revoilii

Cynanchum revoilii

A very common species to mid-level elevations, and in most instances seen without any sign of fruit or flowers, as is…


Ceropegia pubescens

Ceropegia pubescens

Ceropegia pubescens is found in Sikkim's subtropical to temperate biomes to 3200 meters elevation. Elevation: 1880…


Miniature Wax Plant (Hoya bella)

Miniature Wax Plant (Hoya bella)

The Miniature Wax Plant is found in Sikkim's subtropical biome. Elevation: 1704 meters. Native range is Assam to…


Hoya acuminata

Hoya acuminata

Hoya acuminata is found in Sikkim's temperate to 2700 meters elevation. Elevation: 1651 meters. Native range is East…


Miniature Wax Plant (Hoya bella)

Miniature Wax Plant (Hoya bella)

The Miniature Wax Plant is found in Sikkim's subtropical biome. Elevation: 1525 meters. Native range is Assam to…


Cryptolepis socotrana

Cryptolepis socotrana

A specialist that thrives in the cracks of vertical cliffs around waterways. Their roots find their way deep down the…