Taxon

Albuca batteniana

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Family: Asparagaceae subfam. Scilloideae
Distribution: Knysna and Kei Mouth
Habitat: Moist, sea-facing coastal cliffs.
National red list: Least Concern
Life form: Geophyte (bulb, corm or tuber - seasonally dormant)
Comments: Although not well known as a garden plant, it can make a beautiful border plant and also grows well in a pot. Albucas are traditionally used as protective charms and for good luck with various species are referred to as intelezi (good luck charms). A. batteniana is known to be used in this manner.
Links: iNaturalist.org • Red List of South African Plants • SANBI PlantZAfrica

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