Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: Astroloba

Family: Asphodelaceae

Distribution: Eastern Cape, Northern Cape, Western Cape

National red list: Least Concern

Life form: Succulent plant

Comments: A relatively widespread and variable Astroloba species, which may comprise several subspecies. Produces cream-white flowers during the rainy season. Astrolobas are often found growing under much taller shrubs that provide them with shade and shelter.