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Fabaceae FAMILY

Cyclopia intermedia

Cyclopia intermedia

Edibility
4/5
Medicinal
3/5

Safety & Hazards

None known

Botanical Description

Cyclopia intermedia is an erect, much-branched shrub This species is one of the major sources of honeybush tea. It is collected in large quantities from the wild and is also sometimes cultivated. The tea is commonly drunk in S. Africa and is also becoming more popular on a global basis.

Habitat & Origin

Origintemperate
Native RangeSouthern Africa - S. Africa (Cape Province)
HabitatNot known