Xerophyta viscosa

Xerophyta viscosa belongs to the genus Xerophyta and is part of the Velloziaceae family. It was formally published in 1875 by the botanist Baker. The species occurs in several regions of southern Africa, including the Cape Provinces, Free State, and KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa, as well as in Lesotho and Swaziland. These areas are characterized by their specific ecological conditions, which support the growth of this plant.