Cancer Bush
Lessertia frutescens
- Native to:
- Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Fabaceae
- Genus:
- Lessertia
- Species:
- Lessertia frutescens
- USDA Symbol:
- SUFR3
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid regions; drought-tolerant