Psammophora

<i>Psammophora</i>

Psammophora

Genus of succulents

Psammophora is a genus of plant in the family Aizoaceae.

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It contains the following species:

Plants in this genus are known for their ability to entrap sand (psammophory), possibly offering protection against being eaten, or against high wind abrasion or insolation.[1]

References

  1. [1]
    Neinhuis, Christoph; Müller-Doblies, Ute; Müller-Doblies, Dietrich (2008-04-18). "Psammophora and other sand-coated plants from southern Africa". Feddes Repertorium. 107 (5–6): 549–555. doi:10.1002/fedr.19961070512. ISSN 0014-8962.


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