| Bryomorphe | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Subfamily: | Asteroideae |
| Tribe: | Gnaphalieae |
| Genus: | Bryomorphe Harv. |
| Species: | B. aretioides |
| Binomial name | |
| Bryomorphe aretioides | |
| Synonyms | |
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Bryomorphe zeyheri | |
Bryomorphe is a monotypic genus[1] of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, containing the single species Bryomorphe aretioides. It is endemic to South Africa, where it grows in sandstone fynbos in the Western Cape.[2]
This is a compact, tufted plant that superficially resembles a patch of moss. It forms a mound just a few centimeters tall. The branches are covered in small, linear leaves. The flower heads each contain 6 or 7 white ray florets and 7 to 9 red disc florets. The fruit has a plumelike white pappus.[1]
The species grows in exposed, rocky habitat, anchoring in thin soil accumulated in rock crevices. It tolerates cold temperatures, dry conditions, wind, and snow.[1]
The plant is widespread in its range and not declining.[2]
Another species name, Bryomorphe lycopodioides, is a synonym for Dolichothrix ericoides.[3]
References
- 1 2 3 Koekemoer , M. Bryomorphe aretioides. South African National Biodiversity Institute. 2004.
- 1 2 Bryomorphe aretioides. Red List of South African Plants. South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI).
- ↑ Bryomorphe lycopodioides. The Plant List.