Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: Ruigte-beestong, Thicket ox-tongue

Family: Asphodelaceae

Distribution: Eastern Cape

National red list: Least Concern

Comments: The succulent leaves enable the plant to cope with dry conditions. The mottled leaves blend in with the natural surroundings, camouflaging and protecting them. During stress the leaves become reddish, due to a pigment which protects the plant during drought.