Intiki

Intiki Harpago PE commonly known as Devil’s Claw, is a hardy plant that grows in the desert regions of South West Africa. The name is derived from the distinctive shape of its fruit, which has hook like protrusions to cling onto passing animals for seed dispersion. Traditionally the root has been used to treat a variety of conditions including sores and skin legions [1992Lan]. The root is sourced from Namibia where it is sustainably harvested by the local community.

Intiki Myro PE is commonly known as the “Resurrection Plant”. Most plants die if they lose 20 – 30% of their water, but a small group of plants are able to completely air dry and then flourish when water is available. The chemical toolkit that these plants use to endure desiccation is interesting for human health and wellbeing.

Intiki Kiga PE commonly known the sausage tree. The name arises from the shape of its fruit and it occurs throughout Africa [Gra2002, Hou2002]. Traditionally the fruit is used to treat eczema, wounds and ulcers [Gra2002, Hou2002]. The fruit used is sustainably harvested in South Africa by local communities.