Garuleum schinzii
O. Hoffm.
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Description
A small shrub. It has a woody stem. It can grow 1 m tall. The stem is 3-5 mm thick. The leaves are alternate and without a stalk. The flowers are blue.
Edible Uses
The stems and roots are used for flavouring.
Traditional Uses
The stems and roots are used for flavouring.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows on limestone or calcareous soils.
Where It Grows
Africa, Namibia, South Africa, Southern Africa,
