Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
abietina
ID:
212251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap.: 128 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211580



Common Names

  • Abietina Rooibos
  • Aspalathus Abietina
  • Abietina Bush Tea


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Synonyms

  • Aspalathus fornicata Benth. [valid]
  • Paraspalathus crocea C.Presl [valid]
  • Aspalathus filifolia E.Mey. [valid]
  • Achyronia abietina (Thunb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Achyronia fornicata (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Aspalathus retroflexa Eckl. & Zeyh. [illegitimate]

Description

Aspalathus abietina (also called Pine-needle Rooibos, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in the fynbos biome of the Western Cape and grows in rocky, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus abietina is used as an ornamental plant, for soil erosion control, as a food source for livestock, and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspalathus abietina are small and white with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus abietina is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Aspalathus abietina

Aspalathus abietina can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Aspalathus abietina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus abietina?

Aspalathus abietina

What type of plant is Aspalathus abietina?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus abietina?

Dry, rocky slopes and ridges

Species in the Aspalathus genus

Aspalathus chortophila, Aspalathus oliveri, Aspalathus polycephala, Aspalathus venosa, Aspalathus fasciculata, Aspalathus suaveolens, Aspalathus rupestris, Aspalathus esterhuyseniae, Aspalathus corniculata, Aspalathus acidota, Aspalathus borbonifolia, Aspalathus aspalathoides, Aspalathus stenophylla, Aspalathus inops, Aspalathus marginata, Aspalathus psoraleoides, Aspalathus truncata, Aspalathus orbiculata, Aspalathus myrtillifolia, Aspalathus securifolia, Aspalathus cytisoides, Aspalathus rugosa, Aspalathus linearifolia, Aspalathus bidouwensis, Aspalathus incana, Aspalathus dunsdoniana, Aspalathus salicifolia, Aspalathus ramulosa, Aspalathus radiata, Aspalathus sericea, Aspalathus aemula, Aspalathus altissima, Aspalathus tridentata, Aspalathus quinquefolia, Aspalathus heterophylla, Aspalathus lotoides, Aspalathus argyrella, Aspalathus ternata, Aspalathus dasyantha, Aspalathus oblongifolia, Aspalathus intervallaris, Aspalathus quadrata, Aspalathus vulpina, Aspalathus villosa, Aspalathus bodkinii, Aspalathus comptonii, Aspalathus bracteata, Aspalathus patens, Aspalathus lanata, Aspalathus latifolia,

Species in the Fabaceae family