Erica bolusiae is a plant that belongs to the genus Erica and forms part of the fynbos. The plant is endemic to the Western Cape where it occurs from Yzerfontein to Kraaifontein. The plant's habitat is threatened by suburban development, agricultural activities, overgrazing and invasive plants such as the acacia species. There are currently only 250 individuals left.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Sand Fynbos Heath being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Phylum
- Tracheophyta
- Class
- Magnoliopsida
- Order
- Ericales
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Genus
- Erica
- Species
- Erica bolusiae
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