Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
caledonensis
ID:
552723

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Dahlgren

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.9: 140 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552055



Common Names

  • Cape Rooibos
  • Red Bush Tea
  • Aspalathus Linearis


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Synonyms

  • Aspalathus argentea L. [valid]
  • Paraspalathus argentea (L.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Achyronia argentea (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus caledonensis (also called Cape Rooibos, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Western Cape province of South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found on hillsides and in mountain valleys.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus caledonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of firewood and for making baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspalathus caledonensis is small and white in color. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus caledonensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate drought. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Aspalathus caledonensis

Aspalathus caledonensis is native to tropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Aspalathus caledonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus caledonensis?

Aspalathus caledonensis

What is the common name of Aspalathus caledonensis?

Caledon Aspalathus

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus caledonensis?

Dry grassland and rocky slopes in 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