African Heirlooms
Discover the richness of traditional African Heirloom seeds at Livingseeds, sourced directly from deep rural villages across the continent. Our seed collection boasts authentic varieties such as Cancer Bush / Kankerbossie, Hereboontjies, Tiger Nut, Rolet Gem Squash, Sugarloaf Cabbage, and wit Boer Pumpkin that have evolved in these communities, showcasing natural disease resistance. Explore the unique heritage of these African Heirloom varieties.
Bird's Eye Mozambique Bastardo
Capsicum frutescens Bastardo indeed!!! This one has a bite like a swift backhand on an angry Port..
R31.48
Cancer Bush (Kankerbossie)
Sutherlandia frutescens (‘Karoo’)Another must-have medicinal plant this selection is of the stronges..
R33.49
Finger Millet
Eleusine coracanaThis is a traditional African grain. I like finger millet as birds do not wipe out ..
R31.48
Hereboontjies
Phaseolus lunatus South Africa's very own lima bean variety. Still grown in certain parts of the ..
R37.97
Jelly Melon Kiwano Rund
Cucumis metuliferusAvailable for purchase from 1 July 2025 The round-fruited Kiwano, known locally ..
R38.30
Lesotho Charlie
Cucurbita maxima This amazing pumpkin was given to me by one of my staff members (Charlie). His m..
R35.11
Liberia Long
Capsicum frutescens Stunning well flavoured chilli's from Liberia. It is another great addition t..
R31.48
Loofah Lenyenye
Luffa aegyptiacaThe Lenyenye Loofah is a real South African treasure. One of the rarest of loofahs i..
R36.85 R42.38
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Muntings Purple Runner
Phaseolus coccineusThis is a true runner bean that will come back year after year as long as the roo..
R31.22
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Nigerian Aya ~ Tiger Nuts
Cyperus esculentus var. sativusLivingseeds is the first seed company supplying true Chufa starter ..
R34.78
Rodo Chilli
Capsicum annuum It is a small wrinkled little chilli from Nigeria. Hot with a very swift burn rig..
R31.48
Rolet Gem Squash
Cucurbita pepo One of the top 3 South African heirloom varieties. This humble little squash is a ..
R33.90
Sakay Lany Lalli
Capsicum chinense This is an original Livingseeds release. We were gifted the seed in 2013 ..
R31.48
Shubo from Kano
Capsicum annuum Shubo is a lovely medium-heat pepper from the Kano State of Nigeria. This makes f..
R31.48
Solwezi Dry
Phaseolus vulgaris An outstanding African Heirloom pole bean variety, the preferred dry bean in Z..
R33.14
Sundew Beulah's Old
Capsicum baccatumThis variety was given to us by Jason Fox who received it directly from Beulah Mi..
R31.48
Sundew Malawi
Capsicum Annuum Heirloom. Prolific traditional Malawian piquantè pepper that tastes almost exactly ..
R31.48
Sundew Shan's
Capsicum baccatum A lovely PEPPADEW™ Piquantè Pepper type pepper. Produces abundantly an..
R31.48
Tatashe
Capsicum annuum Tatashe is another chilli from the Kano region in Nigeria. A decently flavoured h..
R31.48
Tsenza
Coleus esculentus (Plectranthus esculentus) Tsenza, also known as the African potato or wild potato..
R28.24
Specials
Baccatum Pea
Capsicum baccatum A wild chilli variety that produces Hot small fruits that are pea shaped. Fruits s..
R27.37 R31.48
Big Riot Chocolate
Capsicum chinenseThis is a result of a cross between Big Black Mama and 7 Pot Bubblegum. Not comple..
R42.21 R48.53
Black Cephus
Solanum lycopersicum LIMITED STOCK!This is another Livingseeds first. This tomato was found outsi..
R29.60 R34.12
Black Prince Chilli
Capsicum annuumWhile many class the Black Prince as an ornamental chilli, they are certainly edible ..
R27.37 R31.48
CGN 16994
Capsicum chinenseThought to originate from Brazil. This pepper is a Habanero wannabe. From the Haban..
R27.37 R31.48
Clavo Red
Capsicum ChinenseA relative of the habanero chilli. The fruits are elongated medium sized pods that ..
R27.37 R31.48
Dixie Beans
Phaseolus lunatus Dixie beans, a charming bush lima bean variety, is known for its heat-loving resi..
R33.02 R37.97
Facing Heaven
Capsicum annuum A very old Chinese variety, with a distinct flavour. A pretty bush that has all t..
R27.37 R31.48
Iditarod Red
Solanum lycopersicumIditarod Red is the perfect choice for gardeners looking for a compact, early va..
R29.67 R34.12
Loofah Lenyenye
Luffa aegyptiacaThe Lenyenye Loofah is a real South African treasure. One of the rarest of loofahs i..
R36.85 R42.38
Norfolk Green Globe Turnip
Brassica rapaThis English heirloom has stood the test of time, dating back to the 16th century. Prod..
R27.37 R31.48
Osborne and Clyde Pole Beans
Phaseolus vulgarisA vigorous climbing bean that produces short, flat green pods with a reddish-purpl..
R28.82 R33.14
Peacock Improved Watermelon
Citrullus lanatusA tough vining watermelon with dark green oval fruits. The slightly tough rind encl..
R32.48 R37.35
Ronde de Nice
Cucurbita pepoA French zucchini heirloom variety that is a vigorous and quick growing. The pastel g..
R29.47 R33.90
Scaly Bark Watermelon
Citrullus lunatus Now here's a unique-looking watermelon. First listed in 1885, this very old US ..
R31.36 R36.06
Silver Queen Okra
Abelmoschus esculentusA prolific producer of 8cm elegant lime-tinted pods if picked regularly. The ..
R29.47 R33.90
Summer Star Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum The yields on this variety are noteworthy. These indeterminate plants are re..
R29.47 R33.90