Bachmannia woodii

Bachmannia is a monotypic genus of flowering plant in the family Capparaceae with the sole member being Bachmannia woodii, the four-finger bush. It is native to southeastern Africa.

Etymology

The taxon name "Bachmannia" is named after Dr Frans Ewald Bachmann, a German naturalist and medical practitioner.

Description

This plant is a small, shrub-like tree that can grow to reach between tall. It has a light brown bark.
The flowers are pink and bell-shaped.

Distribution

This plant can be found in southern Mozambique, EmaMpondweni and the KwaZulu-Natal region. This species is located in coastal forests, usually occurring on sandstone. It prefers to live at lower elevations.