Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: Besem-trosvy, Broom cluster fig, Umkhiwane, Umkhiwane

Family: Moraceae (Mulberry)

Distribution: Southern Africa

IUCN Red list: Not evaluated

National red list: Least Concern

Comments: The broom cluster fig is a key element in the environment providing medicine, food, shade and shelter for all nature of animals. This majestic giant stands proud alongside rivers and waterways throughout the eastern and northern regions of southern Africa.