South African endemic mountain plant gives itself up after 147-year absence
Tuesday, April 19, 2016 - 09:30
in Earth & Climate
South Africa's mountains are essential to the economic well-being of the country, providing many goods and services essential for social and economic prosperity. However, the biodiversity value of these mountains is still poorly understood. This is exemplified by the large number of plant species still only known from one or two collections made well over a century ago.