Browsing Archive: January, 2011

GDARD confirms Ceropegia decidua subsp. pretoriensis

Posted by Cullinan Conservancy on Monday, January 31, 2011, In : Red data species

GDARD confirmed the identification of Ceropegia decidua subsp. pretoriensis.
The Conservancy awards the Guineafowl award to the Van Zyl family for their actions to preserve our natural heritage.

Congratulations Van Zyl family. Thank you!

Ceropegia decidua subsp. pretoriensis.
Flowering season: December-April
Habitat: Direct sunshine or shaded situations, rocky outcrops of the quartzitic Magaliesberg mountain series, in pockets of soil among rocks, in shade of shrubs and low trees, can be seen twin...
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NZASM

Posted by Cullinan Conservancy on Monday, January 24, 2011, In : History

Joan summarised Dr.Robert de Jong's presentation on the The NZASM (Nederlandsche Zuid-Afrikaansche Spoorweg-Maatschappij) and its heritage. For an interesting snippet of information about this rich cultural heritage in our area, go to this page.

Thank you Joan

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