Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
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Taxon
Brunsvigia sp.
Common name:
Kandelaarblom, Maartblom, Candelabra flower
Family:
Amaryllidaceae (Amaryllis)
Distribution:
Southern Africa
Comments:
Brunsvigias are rich in alkaloids that can be extremely toxic. The bulbs are traditionally used as decoctions to enhance the accuracy of the dice thrown by local diviners.
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Bulb collection
(BULB)
• Accession: 2020-427 • Origin: South Africa • Provenance: Wild
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Individual