Haworthia pubescens
Haworthia pubescens M.B.Bayer
Haworthia pubescens is a critically endangered perennial succulent in the Asphodelaceae family. It is native to the fynbos region of the Western Cape, specifically in Worcester. Its occurrence area is less than 10 km2, and it faces threats from succulent poaching, agricultural infrastructure development, and invasive plants.
Description
Haworthia pubescens, described by M.B. Bayer in 1972, is a member of the genus Haworthia within the Asphodelaceae family. This species is found only in the Western Cape, where it grows in the fynbos biome. The plant's small distribution and single subpopulation make it highly vulnerable. Conservation challenges include habitat loss due to agriculture, the spread of invasive species, and illegal harvesting of succulents.
Distribution
Cape Provinces
Synonyms
Haworthia pubescens var. pubescens
