Eriospermum erinum

Eriospermum erinum.

Family : Asparagaceae

Common names : Hedgehog Woolseed.

It produces a solitary heart-shaped, prostrate leaf with the upper leaf surface scattered in pointed structures (a.k.a. enations) tipped with small tuft of white hyaline hairs.

Sowing instructions : Seed germinates rapidly and completely if sown just beneath the soil surface and kept moist. Plant in early autumn in shade and light place.

Locality: Nieuwoudtville. Harvest: April 2025