Abrus kaokoensis is a shrub, part of the legume family Fabaceae, native to Namibia.

Therefore, the species may also occur in Angola, but areas neighbouring the Namibia border are little documented botanically.

Abrus kaokoensis thrives in full sun to partial shade, in small communities of about 40 plants each.

[2] Despite its presence in a limited number of locations, Abrus kaokoensis is not considered threatened, however, it is uncommon.

[2] A natural threat to Abrus kaokoensis is blister beetles, which consume the plant's flowers.