Wild rosemary, Cape snowbush
Eriocephalus africanus

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A shrub. It has many branches and is grey-green. The leaves are succulent and needle like. The flowers are small and white. The fruit are fluffy like cotton wool.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It grows near the coast.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa, Zambia

How it is used for food

The leaves can be used as a flavouring like rosemary.

Edible parts

Leaves - flavouring

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seeds or cuttings.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Eriocephalus umbellulatus DC.;