Hymenolepis indivisa | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Clade: | Asterids |
Order: | Asterales |
Family: | Asteraceae |
Genus: | Hymenolepis |
Species: | H. indivisa |
Binomial name | |
Hymenolepis indivisa (Harv.) Källersjö | |
Synonyms [1] | |
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Hymenolepis indivisa is a species of plant endemic to South Africa.
This slender and single branched shrub grows up to 1.5 m (4.9 ft) tall. [2] The stem splits into a few sparse branches from about halfway up the plant. [3] The small thread-like leaves roll outward and downward. [2]
The yellow or golden-brown flowers are present between September and November. They are found clustered in round inflorescences. [2] [3] The stems bearing the flowers are clearly visible and the bracts are hairless. [3]
This plant is endemic to the Eastern Cape of South Africa. [2] It has been found on rocky mountains at an elevation of over 1,200 m (3,900 ft) between Makhanda and Great Winterhoek. [3] It grows on sandstone slopes, mountain tops, grassland next to dams and in disturbed areas. [2]
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