Distribution: Madagascar, The Comoros

Bioclimate: Dry, Subarid

Vegetation Formation: Thicket, Forest

Elevation (m): 0-499

Province: Antsiranana, Mahajanga, Toliara

Protected Areas : Andohahela, Beza Mahafaly, Kirindy-Mite, Tsimanampetsotsa

Important sites outside protected areas: La Table/St Augustin, Mikea, Orangea/Rigny

Note: We accept the broad circumscription of Capuron and of Johnston. The species has also recently been discovered in the Comoros.

Type(s) of syns and other voucher(s):

• PHILLIPSON 2772 (MO)
• PHILLIPSON 3166 (MO)

Updated on: 26 Oct. 2005