Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
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Taxon
Tinospora fragosa
Common name:
Wonderplant, Aaron's rod, Aaron-se-staf, Wonder plant
Family:
Menispermaceae (Moonseed)
Distribution:
Africa
IUCN Red list:
Not evaluated
National red list:
Least Concern
Comments:
The name Aaron's rod was given by Limpopo farmers. They observed the plant sprouting from the air and it reminded them of the Biblical verses in Numbers 17:1-8 where the Israelites disputed the leadership of Aaron. Moses ordered the rods of the 12 tribal leaders to be placed in the tabernacle. Aaron's rod sprouted within a day upon which his leadership was accepted.
Links:
SANBI PlantZAfrica
Locations
1:
Arid house 2
(Arid House 2)
• Accession: 2013-362/1 • Origin: South Africa • Provenance: Wild
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