Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
212269

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Encycl.1: 287 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211598



Common Names

  • Acuminata Rooibos
  • Aspalathus Acuminata
  • Acuminata Bush Tea


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Synonyms

  • Achyronia acuminata (Lam.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus acuminata (also called Knoppies-Aspalathus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It typically grows to a height of 0.3–1.5 m, with small, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspalathus acuminata sub. acuminata
Aspalathus acuminata sub. pungens (Thunb.) R.Dahlgren

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspalathus acuminata is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus acuminata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Aspalathus acuminata requires little maintenance and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Aspalathus acuminata

Aspalathus acuminata is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Aspalathus acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus acuminata?

Aspalathus acuminata

What is the common name of Aspalathus acuminata?

Rooibos

What is the origin of Aspalathus acuminata?

South Africa

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