If so we used to receive Ndebele women annually for the picking of broom bushes that apparently is a must for good housekeeping? There was apparently some unique quality t this bush apparently ONLY on this hill?
We have had the ladies come and collect plant materials for many years and they told us they have done so for generations seeing as it is the only place in Pretoria where this specific bush grows?
We live on the Farm Valley Farms 379 JR, which is the the second hill of the Bronberg east of Selikats Causeway.
I would love to know what is unique about this particular bush and sadly the have not been back for several years so maybe the tradition died out with them?
Please contact me if this is of any use to your study
Thanks for your question Abre, sorry I overlooked it!
We are implementing a small garden of around 200 m2 that reflect native species from Thswane and it will be interesting to see if people collect any plant parts from it. We will include plants with medicinal properties and some grass species (which might be of use in making broom brushes, but will most likely not be enough to make many brooms :)
Thank you for your comment, this cultural practice related to Indigenous Knowledge Systems just might surface in our interviews, and knowing about the practice opens up potential for the project.
Much appreciated, will keep you posted if something surfaces around this topic.
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