Newer invasive species compound our existing problems – to the detriment of our country’s environment, human livelihoods and the economy.

Safeguarding Our Flora: The Role of the Great Southern Bioblitz in the Summer Rainfall Region In the heart of South Africa's Summer Rainfall Region, a concerted effort is underway to protect and document the region's rich plant diversity. The Great Southern Bioblitz (GSB) 2024 is at the forefront of this mission, bringing together conservationists, volunteers, and local communities in a collective endeavour to safeguard our botanical treasures. The Botanical Society of South Africa's theme, "Protect," resonates deeply with the need to conserve our indigenous plant species, many of which face extinction threats.

The climate crisis and the need to feed and house the world’s growing human population are bombarding ecosystems and biodiversity. Two in every

From the Cape Flats to the slopes of Table Mountain, our floral heritage is bringing people from different walks of life together – centred around the historic Leeuwenhof Estate.