Rooikrans

Rooikrans (Red Garland Wattle) is an invasive alien plant cleared constantly from Cape Peninsula nature reserves. Burning it is genuinely good for the environment: you're helping fund its removal while getting excellent firewood.

Burns hot with excellent long-lasting coals and a distinctive aroma. Cape Town braai culture runs on Rooikrans for a reason.

For open fireplaces and fire pits, Rooikrans works well — the open flue or outdoor setting handles any slight smoke. We don't recommend it for closed-combustion fireplaces, where its higher moisture and smoke output can be problematic.