About Thereianthus spicatus (L.) G.J.Lewis
Taxonomy and Vegetation Type
Thereianthus spicatus is a perennial flowering geophyte that belongs to the genus Thereianthus and is a member of the fynbos vegetation type.
Endemic Range
This species is endemic to the Western Cape province of South Africa.
Geographic Distribution
Its distribution ranges from Piketberg and the Groot Winterhoek Mountains to the Palmiet River Estuary and the Riviersonderend Mountains.
Elevation Range
It can grow at elevations from sea level up to 1000 meters.