Common Name: Honey Flower
Botanical Name: Melianthus comosus
Melianthus comosus, commonly known as Honey Flower, is a striking plant native to South Africa. It’s known for its large, serrated, blue-green leaves and tall spikes of reddish-brown flowers that produce a sweet, honey-like fragrance.
Medicinally, Honey Flower has been used in traditional South African medicine to treat wounds and skin ailments due to its antibacterial properties.
In beauty, while not widely used, the unique properties of the plant suggest potential for inclusion in niche skincare products focused on natural ingredients.
An interesting fact about Honey Flower is that its leaves can emit a strong peanut butter scent when crushed, which is unusual and memorable for a plant.
