Psilotrichum sericeum

Psilotrichum sericeum is a member of the Amaranthaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as amaranths or pigweeds. This species is found in a range of habitats across its native distribution in eastern and southern Africa. The plant is part of the Psilotrichum genus, which includes several species adapted to arid or semi-arid environments. Its presence in regions such as Kenya, Mozambique, Socotra, Somalia, and Tanzania highlights its ecological adaptability. The species was formally published in 1861 by Dalzell, building upon the earlier taxonomic work of J.Koenig ex Roxb. This classification remains current in botanical literature.