Brachystelma bruceae Ssp. bruceae
This subspecies is quite interesting when discussing it’s differences from just Brachystelma bruceae because of how dramatically different the color in the flowers are and the more prolific vining habit that seems to accompany the plant. As far as caudiciform species go, this one is small and stays small.
As far as habitat goes, it is found in mixed desert and scrubland corridors in one location of South Africa, Mpumalanga mountains, specifically near Kaapsehoop.
The sub species population is considered stable as well as just sp. ; the habitat range is small but the plant usually remains unnoticed enough to not have any issues with poaching for the most part. http://redlist.sanbi.org/species.php?species=2640-7
The variations in Brachystelma bruceae suggests potential discussion on more issues discussing divergence.
Photographed by: Trevor Whiting