Garuleum schinzii

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A small shrub. It has a woody stem. It can grow 1 m tall. The stem is 3-5 mm thick. The leaves are alternate and without a stalk. The flowers are blue.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows on limestone or calcareous soils.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa

How it is used for food

The stems and roots are used for flavouring.

Edible parts

Roots - flavouring, stems - flavouring

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Garuleum schinzii subsp. schinzii O. Hoffm.;