Garlic Buchu - Agathosma apiculata
Garlic Buchu - Agathosma apiculata

Common names: garlic buchu (English); knoffelboegoe (Afrikaans). 
Botanical name: Agathosma apiculata

The garlic buchu, Agathosma apiculata, is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters high and is known for its aromatic leaves that release a garlic scent when crushed. It produces white flowers from April to January and is attractive to insects, bees, and butterflies. It is suitable for coastal gardens and fynbos or water-wise gardens. The oils in its leaves are extracted and used in the manufacturing of cosmetics, medicines, soaps, and food colorants. It requires full sun, well-drained soil, and can be planted in soil that is alkaline to acid. It can be propagated by sowing seed and by taking cuttings.

Uses & Benefits: aromatic

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Family: Rutaceae
Type: shrub
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