Information Library
Our collection of documents and journal articles about South African plants and related topics.
Veld & Flora
Veld & Flora is the journal of SANBI's partner, the Botanical Society of South Africa. The society has kindly given its permssion for the reproduction of selected articles from Veld&Flora to be displayed on this site. Copyright resides with the Botanical Society and anyone wishing to reproduce material from these journals is requested to contact them.
Veld & Flora 1990
by Low Barrie
In the third and final article of a series of three, the author discusses site preparation and how to combine various indigenous plants into an attractively landscaped coastal garden.
by Saunders Rod
This article recommends indigenous jasmines above exotic species for local gardens, and gives tips on how to achieve the best results.
by Hitchcock Anthony
Advice on selecting and growing these versatile and attractive indigenous shade plants.
by Wolff Mary G.
Known as “diamond eyes” for its lovely inflorescence, this species with its declining numbers in the wild, may yet be saved to become a horticultural delight.
by Linder H.P.
Used out of necessity in the past, this roofing medium is now in much demand for modern housing. This article reveals the background of this crop.
by Heinsohn Dieter
How botanical knowledge of species such as Juncus kraussii, the needlegrass, is supplying answers to human needs and conservation.