Erica cyrilliflora

Erica cyrilliflora
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Ericales
Family: Ericaceae
Genus: Erica
Species:
E. cyrilliflora
Binomial name
Erica cyrilliflora
Salisb.
Synonyms
  • Erica palustris Andrews
  • Ericoides cyrilliflorum (Salisb.) Kuntze
  • Syringodea cyrilliflora (Salisb.) G.Don

Erica cyrilliflora is a plant belonging to the genus Erica and forming part of the fynbos.[1] The species is endemic to the Western Cape and occurs in the Cape Peninsula between Kommetjie and Simon's Town. The plant has an area of occurrence of 2 km² and there are two subpopulations.[clarification needed] The plant's habitat has been partially displaced by urban development and dam construction. It is further threatened by invasive plants.[2][1]

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