J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 158, 1: 167 (2008).

Type locality: United Kingdom, St. Helena, South Atlantic Islands, Ruperts Hill, along Pipe Path (AstroDos 71/4), slope with boulders, trees and soil crusts. on soil, 18.10.2006, 425 m, A. Aptroot 66343 (BM - holotype).

Barcode: Data lacking.

Coordinates: 5°42.098'W, 15°55.011'S.