Nananthus vittatus (Rabiea albipuncta)

Nananthus vittatus (Nananthus transvaalensis/Rabiea albipuncta)

Family: Mesebrianthemaceae

This succulent is native to the South-east part of Northern cape and South east part of North-western South Africa. It is a low, multi-branching, wrinkled, plant forming a mat with succulent leaves arranged in low rosettes and carrot like roots. The roots form a caudex which is loved by caudiciform collectors.

Sowing instructions: Sow seeds in autumn.

Locality: Fauresmith. Harvest: March 2024