Bulbine natalensis

BULBINE NATALENSIS
BULBINE NATALENSIS

Common names: red root, rooiwortel (English). 
Botanical name: Bulbine natalensis

Bulbine natalensis, known as redroot, is an evergreen, drought-resistant succulent with smooth, light green leaves and tall spikes of fluffy yellow flowers. It thrives in full sun or semi-shade and prefers well-drained soil. Top dress with compost occasionally. An excellent water-wise plant, it blooms year round, attracting pollinators. Used medicinally for quick relief from stings and bites. Consider for rockeries, flower beds, or containers. Hardy and fast growing.

Uses & Benefits: medicine, pot plant

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Family: Asphodelaceae
Type: geophyte, succulent
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