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Gazania lichtensteinii

Gazania lichtensteinii Less.
Gazania lichtensteinii
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Gazania lichtensteinii is a flowering plant species in the Asteraceae family, native to the Cape Provinces and Namibia. It was first described in 1832 by Lessing. This species is classified as 'safe' on the SANBI Red List.

Description

Gazania lichtensteinii belongs to the genus Gazania and is part of the Asteraceae family, commonly known as the daisy or sunflower family. It is indigenous to the Cape Provinces and Namibia. The species was formally published in 1832 by the botanist Lessing. It is currently assessed as 'safe' on the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) Red List, indicating that it is not at risk of endangerment.

Distribution

Cape Provinces · Namibia

Synonyms

Gazania araneosa

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