Taxon

Streptocarpus modestus

Streptocarpus modestus - Cape primrose
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Common name: Cape primrose
Family: Gesneriaceae (Gesneriad)
Distribution: Eastern Cape
Habitat: Rocky cliffs in forests
National red list: Rare
Life form: Herbaceous perennial
Comments: This species is found in Pondoland, Eastern Cape, which is one of South Africa’s 3 biodiversity hotspots. Its range is restricted to rocky cliff faces in this forested area which offer a safe haven from other threats and is thus listed as Rare on the SANBI Red List.
Links: Red List of South African Plants • SANBI PlantZAfrica

Locations

  • 1: Fern house (Fern House) • Accession: 2021-149/1 • Origin: South Africa • Provenance: Wild
  • 2: Nursery areas • Accession: 2021-149 • Origin: South Africa • Provenance: Wild
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