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Erica bolusiae

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Erica bolusiae
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Ericales
Family: Ericaceae
Genus: Erica
Species:
E. bolusiae
Binomial name
Erica bolusiae
T.M.Salter (1935)

Erica bolusiae is a plant that belongs to the genus Erica and forms part of the fynbos. The plant is endemic to the Western Cape where it occurs from Yzerfontein to Kraaifontein. The plant's habitat is threatened by suburban development, agricultural activities, overgrazing and invasive plants such as the acacia species. There are currently only 250 individuals left.[1]

Two varieties are accepted:[2]

  • Erica bolusiae var. bolusiae
  • Erica bolusiae var. cyathiformis H.A.Baker

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