Groundcovers

Lampranthus sp (Vygies)
Suitable for rockeries and to liven up a pathway.

Lobelia alata
Mat-forming survives in water, wetlands and dry conditions.

Lobelia cuneifolia
Lovely in a hanging basket.

Lobelia flaccida (Wild Lobellia)
Used as a pot herb.

Marsellei macrocarpa (Water Clover)
Floating fern which covers and provides shade and protection for fish.

Melinus repens (Natal Red Top)
Widespread, common grass which is beautiful in flower. Nesting material for birds.

Mentha longifolia (Wild Spearmint)
Many medicinal uses, fragrant leaves.

Merwillia plumbea (was Scilla natalensis) (Blue Squill)
Medicinal value.

Nerine filifolia (Grass-Leaved Nerine)
Mass plant for effect.

Othonna carnosa (Othonna)
Spreads rapidly, often used by landscapers to cover banks and excellent for mass planting with Aloes.