Agathosma serratifolia

Family: Rutaceae

What it is like

A shrub. It grows 2 m tall. It has one stem. The leaves are very long. The flowers are white with a pink tinge. They are in the axils of the leaves. The fruits have 5 chambers.

It is a vulnerable plant.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa (country/location of origin) Southern Africa

How it is used for food

The leaves are used for tea drinks.

Edible parts

Leaves - tea

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Diosma serratifolia Curtis;