- Source: Psammophora
Psammophora is a genus of plant in the family Aizoaceae.
It contains the following species:
Psammophora longifolia,L. Bolus
Psammophora modesta (Dinter & A. Berger) Dinter & Schwantes
Psammophora nissenii (Dinter) Dinter & Schwantes (type species)
Psammophora saxicola H.E.K.Hartmann
Plants in this genus are known for their ability to entrap sand (psammophory), possibly offering protection against being eaten, or against high wind abrasion or insolation.