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Yellow Maran (Croton flavens var. rigidus)

maran bush

The maran is found in profusion in formerly heavy-grazed areas. They remained because the bush is poisonous to livestock and consequently not consumed by them.

The leaves have been used as pot scrubbing agents. They do a great job! They are organic, biodegradable and leave a fresh sage-like aroma