Hebenstretia minutiflora


Hebenstretia minutiflora is a species of plant from South Africa. It belongs to the figwort family.

Description

This spreading herb grows tall. It branches at the base. Individuals may survive for only one year or may be present for several years. The leaves are lance-shaped and toothed. White flowers are present between September and December. They grow in spikes. The fruit is an oblong capsule with two equal mericarps.

Distribution and habitat

This species in endemic to the Northern Cape of South Africa. It grows on south-facing slopes on the Kamiesberg Mountains at an elevation of.

Conservation

This species is classified as being of least concern.