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Location: Clanwilliam, WESTERN CAPE, South Africa
Cederberg Branch
Currently, this branch is active as the Clanwilliam Wildflower Society. The wide area covered by the branch, which includes Clanwilliam, West Coast and Namaqualand regions of the Cederberg, means many members are far apart.
About the branch
A future goal is to split this branch into smaller, localised branches, or implement the ‘Twig’ structure used by the Garden Route Branch.
About the Area
The iconic Cederberg mountains are home to more than 360 flower species. This area is unique as it includes four of the eight floral districts included in the Cape Floral Kingdom. So there is plenty to see! Covered as it is in beautiful mountain fynbos, many species of which are threatened, it is no wonder the Cederberg is one of UNESCO’s officially recognised World Heritage Sites.
Cool Facts
1.
The Clanwilliam Wildflower Show is hosted annually in August/September by the Society and branch members, and is a wonderful showcase of indigenous mountain fynbos.
2.
Love your cup of Rooibos? Follow the Rooibos Route and discover the origins of this world-famous hot beverage.
3.
Every year, Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve hosts a Cedar Tree Planting Day in honour of the region’s namesake, the critically endangered Widdringtonia cedarbergensis.
4.
Ramskop Nature Garden in Clanwilliam offers visitors a few walking trail options amongst its wildflowers, which are at their peak in August and September.
Contact the Branch
Would you like to help BotSoc conserve the flora of the Cederberg? Please email info@botanicalsociety.org.za with your contact information.
Latest National News
Contact your branch to network in the following areas:
Albany
Algoa
Cederberg
Free State
Garden Route
Gauteng
Kirstenbosch
Kogelberg
KZN Coastal
KZN Inland
Limpopo
Lowveld
Southern Overberg
Weskus
Winelands
Hours
Open Monday to Friday 10h00 to 14h00. Closed on weekends and public holidays.
The National BotSoc office will be closed on Friday 6 December 2024.
The National BotSoc office will close for the festive break from 12:00 (midday) on 24 December 2024 to 3 January 2025, and reopen 6 January 2025.
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