Osmitopsis parvifolia, known as the littleleaf swampdaisy, is a species of plant from South Africa.
Description This shrublet grows up to tall and is densely covered in oval-shaped leaves. The leaves are reflexed (bent downwards) and serrated. They measure 4–10 mm (0.16–0.39 in) in length.e-Flora of South Africa. v1.36. 2022. South African National Biodiversity Institute. http://ipt.sanbi.org.za/iptsanbi/resource?r=flora_descriptions&v=1.36 Flowers are present between September and February. The flower heads are radiate and solitary. They are yellow with white rays. The pappus (a modified calyx that surround the individual floret) is absent.
Distribution and habitat This species is endemic to the Western Cape of South Africa, where it grows between Betty's Bay and Sir Lowry's Pass. It grows on stony sandstone slopes and in crevices. There are three known crevices which have a collective area of . It is found at an altitude of .Kamundi, D.A. & Raimondo, D. 2008. Osmitopsis parvifolia (DC.) Hofmeyr. National Assessment: Red List of South African Plants version 2020.1. Accessed on 14 February 2023
Conservation Although the species has no known threats, it has a small range. As such, it is considered to be rare by the South African National Biodiversity Institute.
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