Psammophora is a genus of plant in the family Aizoaceae. It is native to Namibia and the Cape Provinces of South Africa.

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.

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