Plant Information
Common Name: CROSS BERRY
Scientific Name: Grewia occidentalis
Alternative Names: Kruisbessie (Afr), Mokukutu (Tswa), Mogwane (So), iLalnyathi (Zu), umNqabaza (Xho), Mulembu (Ve), Nsihana (Tso).
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R122.00
Scientific Name: Grewia occidentalis
Alternative Names: Kruisbessie (Afr), Mokukutu (Tswa), Mogwane (So), iLalnyathi (Zu), umNqabaza (Xho), Mulembu (Ve), Nsihana (Tso).
N/AR122.00
Description
- Perennial
- Indigenous, evergreen shrub/tree.
- Full sun or Semi-shade.
- Frost tolerant.
- Low water requirements.
- Fast grower.
- Attracts birds and insects.
Culinary Uses
- Dried fruits can be boiled in milk.
Parts Used
- Bark, fruit and roots.
Medicinal Uses. It is said that
- Bark treats wounds and was used as a shampoo – was believed to prevent hair from turning grey.
- Treats impotence and sterility.
- Root extracts to help with childbirth.
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