Khadia borealis
Khadia borealis L.Bolus
Khadia borealis is a succulent plant in the Aizoaceae family, endemic to South Africa. It is found in the Limpopo Province, specifically on the summit of the Soutpansberg, between Lejuma and Mavhode. The species has a limited range of 900 km2 and is known to occur in ten subpopulations.
Description
Khadia borealis, described by L.Bolus in 1936, is a member of the Aizoaceae family. It is native to the Northern Provinces of South Africa and is considered rare due to its restricted distribution. The species is confined to the Soutpansberg area, where it grows in a narrow altitudinal range. Its conservation status reflects the limited number of known subpopulations and the small extent of its habitat.
Distribution
Northern Provinces
