Description
Hardy, drought resistant, scrambling, evergreen perennial. Its bright, emerald green, short, needle-like leaves are packed tightly along short but gracefully arching stems. Fragrant, small, white, star-like flowers are borne from Nov. to April and are followed by beautiful, red berries, which attract birds to the garden. Grows well in semi-shade or sun and makes a good container plant. It is beautiful as a dense border in shady areas. It has many medicinal and traditional uses. Size 25 to 30cm
Distribution
Limpopo, Gauteng, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu Natal, Eastern Cape
Natural Habitat Coastal dunes to open rocky places or woodlands