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Barleria greenii
Barleria greenii is a striking and highly habitat-specific shrub, known for its large pink to white flowers that bloom in summer and release their sweet...
Brackenridgea zanguebarica
The yellow peeling plane, better known as mutavhatsindi, is one of the most sought-after trees in South Africa, particularly within the Vhembe District...
Greyia
This genus occurs only in South Africa, and consists of 3 species, all small trees or shrubs. The three species have a number of common names...
Greyia sutherlandii
This is a most decorative plant and is becoming popular as an ornamental subject in gardens....
Rhodocoma capensis
A very elegant reed-like plant with slightly arching branches which have whorls of finely divided, feathery looking foliage. This species can be grown...
Rhodocoma foliosa
This is an unusual member of the reed family with lots of fine 'leafy' parts shoots and decorative, arching stems, suitable for planting in groups...
Berkheya setifera
A robust perennial, with profuse, bright yellow flowers and bristly leaves; one of the 71 species that are found in South Africa out of the 75 species...
Combretum afrum
A graceful, spreading tree, known for its attractive willow-like foliage, distinctive 4-winged reddish-brown fruits, and adaptability to a range of ecological...
Faurea macnaughtonii
Rising tall and graceful in South Africa’s deep forests, Faurea macnaughtonii is a rare evergreen whose glossy leaves, sweetly scented summer blooms,...
Hemarthria altissima
Red vlei grass can be recognised easily from other grasses, because the whole plant has a distinctive rust-red colour. It has a mat forming habit, which...
Freesia laxa subsp. azurea
Small blue freesia is a corm with lilac or pale blue flowers with striking purple markings toward the center....
Leucospermum heterophyllum
This is a wonderful cascading fynbos shrub that spreads widely and produces numerous flowerheads, displaying shades of yellow, green and red that gradually...