Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
biflora
ID:
212297

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 64 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211626



Common Names

  • Rooibos
  • Red Bush
  • Aspalathus biflora


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Description

Aspalathus biflora (also called Aspalathus-Knoppies, 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 biflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspalathus biflora sub. longicarpa R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus biflora sub. biflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspalathus biflora 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 biflora is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Aspalathus biflora

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

Aspalathus biflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus biflora?

Aspalathus biflora

What is the common name of Aspalathus biflora?

Rooibos

What is the origin of Aspalathus biflora?

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