Arctotis arctotoides
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 30-40 cm tall. It forms tufts or mats. The leaves near the base are alternate. They are divided and 10-20 cm long by 2-8 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The leaves are eaten as a vegetable and also used for flavouring.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Arctotis decurrens (Less.) O. Hoffm.; Osteospermum arctotoides L.f.; and others