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Karoo gold
Rhigozum obovatum

Family: Bignoniaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 1-4.5 m tall. The branches are rigid, spreading and spiny. There are usually 1-3 flowers on each cushion. They are bright yellow.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Zimbabwe


How it is used for food

The flowers are eaten as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Flower, vegetable


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Geelberggranaat, Murenzhebani

Synonyms