| Botanical name | Nylandtia spinosa |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Semi Frost Hardy Semi Frost Hardy – Is Able to Survive Moderately Low Temperatures.  Low Watering Low Watering – Requires Little Water.  Indigenous Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
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| Categories | |
| Flowers | This plant bears small, lightpurple flower clusters. |
| Common name(s) | Tortoise berry |
| Origin | |
| Uses in landscape design | This plant is very good for coastal gardens. |
| Drought tolerance | Medium |
| Fruit | This plant bears red berries. |
| Wildlife attractions | This plant is good for attracting birds to the garden. |
| Other languages | Skilpadbessie (A) |
Nylandtia spinosa (Tortoise berry)
- Botanical name: Nylandtia spinosa
- Common name(s): Tortoise berry
- Categories: Shrubs and Perennials
Plant description:
The stems of this small, thorny shrub become covered along their entire length with small, lightpurple flower clusters, which later become red berries. This is a good plant for attracting birds to the garden. Very good for coastal gardens.
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Nylandtia spinosa requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
This plant bears small, lightpurple flower clusters.
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