Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: Katstertjie, Makkatdoring, African broom fern, Ihabiya, Iphinganhloya, Unwele

Family: Asparagaceae subfam. Asparagoideae

Distribution: Southern Africa

IUCN Red list: Not evaluated

National red list: Least Concern

Comments: This species, appreciated because of the feathery or fernlike appearance of its branches, is used in landscape plantings in warm climates. It is also used by florists in bouquets and floral arrangements. It can be cultivated as an ornamental and is an excellent ground cover for shady spots in the garden.