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berries, Cape Town, coastal garden, Flowers, garden, Nylandtia Spinosa, plants, purple flowers, South African endemic plant, Tortoise, Tortoise Berry, water wise
The Tortoise Berry (Nylandtia spinosa) is a really striking little shrub. It has masses of pea-like purple flowers flowering from April until October. Attractive and thorny foliage, pretty red edible fruits, and water-wise attributes make it a great choice for windy Cape Coastal gardens.
The fruits are edible and much loved by tortoises and birds. Children can eat the berries safely. The fruits are rich in Vitamin C and thirst quenching.
The Tortoise Berry – Nylandtia Spinosa
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