Lopholaena acutifolia R.E.Fr.

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Synonyms:	Lopholaena alata P.A. Duvign.
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Status:	Native
Description:
Type location:	Zambia
Notes:
Derivation of specific name:	acutifolia: with pointed (acute) leaves.
Habitat:	In open woodland and grass savanna on copper bearing soils.
Altitude range: (metres)	1200 - 1400 m
Flowering time:	Jul - Aug
Worldwide distribution:	DR Congo and Zambia.
FZ divisions:	W
Zambian distribution (Provinces):
Growth form(s):
Endemic status:	Near Endemic
Red data list status:	Data deficient
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Literature:	Hind, D.J.N., Beentje, H.J. & Loeuille, B.F.P. (2026). Compositae - Senecioneae Flora Zambesiaca 6(4) Pages 116 - 118. (Includes a picture).

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