Metalasia galpinii

Metalasia galpinii
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Asterales
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Metalasia
Species:
M. galpinii
Binomial name
Metalasia galpinii

Metalasia galpinii is a semi-shrub that is part of the Asteraceae family. The species is endemic to South Africa and occurs in the Western Cape in the Langeberg near the Garcia Pass. It has a range of 150 km² and five populations are known. The plant is part of the fynbos and occurs at altitudes of 350-750 m. The plant is threatened by invasive plants and illegal collection.

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