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Lithops vallis-mariae

Lithops vallis-mariae (Dinter & Schwantes) N.E.Br.
Lithops vallis-mariae
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Lithops vallis-mariae is a species of the Aizoaceae family, native to Namibia. It grows in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and is at risk due to habitat loss.

Description

Lithops vallis-mariae, described by N.E.Br. in 1926, is part of the genus Lithops and belongs to the Aizoaceae family. This species is found only in Namibia, where it inhabits subtropical or tropical dry shrubland. The plant's survival is threatened by the degradation and loss of its natural habitat.

Synonyms

Mesembryanthemum vallis-mariaeLithops vallis-mariae var. vallis-mariaeDinteranthus vallis-mariaeLithops vallis-mariae var. margarethae

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