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Fieldwork at Flower Valley Farm

Fieldwork at Flower Valley Farm

Grootbos Foundation

Fieldwork at Flower Valley Farm

Last week, Jeanne and Rebecca were deep in shoulder-height fynbos at Flower Valley Farm, marking our permanent vegetation plots. These plots are essential for counting and monitoring plant species, helping us track vegetation health across different landscapes. While working, we were fortunate to spot some significant plants that highlight the beauty and importance of fynbos.

• Gladiolus rudis: This classic beauty was captured on the Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy. Immersed in fynbos, we truly appreciate the elegance of species like this.

• Aristea teretifolia: A species of conservation concern, Aristea teretifolia showcases stunning floral symmetry. We even caught a hoverfly (Syrphidae) paying it a visit!

• Pink Lachenalia variegata: Spotted by our alien vegetation manager at Wolwefontein, this vibrant pink Lachenalia variegata is truly dressed to impress!

Monitoring and protecting these precious species are key to conserving the biodiversity of the Cape Floral Kingdom.

Fieldwork at Flower Valley Farm

Grootbos Foundation

Grootbos Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation in Gansbaai committed to conserving the Cape Floral Kingdom and uplifting the communities that reside within it. The foundation protects more than 22,200ha of fynbos landscape and biodiversity on Grootbos Private Nature Reserve and the Walk...

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