by The Botanical Society of South Africa | Mar 31, 2026 | Enjoy
‘Stamens not included’: Identifying an elusive geophyte without decisive characters In the eastern Cederberg, the tuberous Pelargonium centrifugum flowers briefly and remains hidden for most of the year. ELENA IOGANSON recounts the practical challenges of documenting...
by The Botanical Society of South Africa | Dec 18, 2025 | Enjoy
30 years on: Has this Free State strategy paid off? For nearly 30 years, the BOT SOC Free State Branch has honoured top-performing students at the University of the Free State with BOT SOC memberships. Branch Chair DEON POTGIETER reflects on whether this prize has...
by The Botanical Society of South Africa | Dec 17, 2025 | Enjoy
Hidden jewels: A guide to orchids of the Garden Route Between George and Knysna are hidden a veritable trove of terrestrial and epiphytic orchids – if one only knows where to look. CASPER AVENANT and FANIE AVENANT introduce the region’s secret beauties growing in the...
by The Botanical Society of South Africa | Dec 17, 2025 | Enjoy
Igniting a groundswell of plant protectors A BOT SOC-led project is bringing together youth, communities and citizen scientists to protect South Africa’s plants. It’s built on a simple idea: people who know and understand the plant world are more likely to protect it....
by The Botanical Society of South Africa | Oct 16, 2025 | Enjoy
Victoria West’s biodiversity: A testament to Karoo resilience Discover the resilient flora and fauna of South Africa’s Karoo, from vibrant succulents and bulbous plants to unique testudines and wildlife. FANIE & CASPER AVENANT unveil the ecological and cultural...
by The Botanical Society of South Africa | Dec 10, 2024 | Conservation, Enjoy
Explore the eateries that embrace indigenous Restaurants across South Africa are showcasing the delicious potential of indigenous plants. The BotSoc team went in search of the eateries that are celebrating local biodiversity by choosing indigenous ingredients. African...
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