Lessertia frutescens
Common name: Cancer bush, kankerbos
Waterwise indigenous shrub with pinnate silvery leaves and bright orange flowers. These are followed by bladder-like seedpods. Miracle medicinal plant. Self seeds.
R120.00
AVAILABILITY: CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK
Plant characteristics
| Plant type: | Shrub |
| Family: | Fabaceae |
|---|---|
| Origin: | Indigenous: Drier parts of SA |
| Growing conditions: | Full sun |
| Evergreen: | This plant is Evergreen |
| Hardiness: | Very hardy |
| Average height: | 100cm |
| Spread: | 80cm |
| Flowering time: | Spr - Sum |
| Bloom/flower colour: | Orange |
| Soil selection: | Dry sandy soil |