Galenia africana
Galenia africana

Common names: kraalbos (English); kraalbos, geelbos, perdebos (Afrikaans). 
Botanical name: Galenia africana

Galenia africana, known as kraalbos, is a yellowish-green shrublet up to 1 m high with little wood. Numerous small flowers growing in terminal clusters. Galenia africana is used traditionally to treat skin conditions, wounds, eye infections, venereal sores, bladder issues, and prostate problems. The aromatic yellow-green shrub grows up to 1.5 meters tall. Found in drier areas.

Uses & Benefits: aromatic, medicine, pot plant, small garden, tea, water-wise, wind tolerant

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Family: Aizoaceae
Type: shrub
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Flower colour: white
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First-aid use: cystitis, toothache, wounds 
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Plant actions: vulnerary
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Plant preparations: cream, dried, extract, fresh, infusion - aqueous

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