Desert Hyacinth (Cistanche tubulosa)
I encountered this species in two locations. Only this one was in its prime, albeit the smallest. It is also found in…
Tamarix nilotica
This species thrives by the sand dunes of Arher, where it forms dense thickets. On Socotra It is also found in sand…
Zygophyllum qatarense
This species thrives in the sands of Arher on the northeast coast of Socotra. Here they grow to their full potential…
Heliotropium sokotranum
As several other species this one is growing to its full potential here, in and by the sand dunes of Arher.
Socotra plant 41 (Cucurbitaceae)
This is the only place I've encountered this species on Socotra. It thrives here in the shadow of the tall cliffs and…
Paraerva microphylla
A healthy specimen soon in bloom. I found many of this species around the Arher sand dunes where they were all…
Cleome brachycarpa
The largest specimen I have come across of this species so far. It's clearly enjoying excellent growing conditions in…
Zygophyllum qatarense
This species quite variable, both in size and morphology. By the dunes of Arher you will find the largest specimens,…
Desert Hyacinth (Cistanche tubulosa)
My first encounter of this species on Socotra. Unfortunately I was a few days late for the blossom. It is found…