Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chortophila
ID:
187544

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 211 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186873



Common Names

  • Cape Rooibos
  • Cape Redbush
  • Aspalathus Chortophila


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Synonyms

  • Aspalathus chortophila chortophila [unknown]

Description

Aspalathus chortophila (also called 'Short-Leaved Aspalathus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and its leaves are simple. It grows in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus chortophila is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock and as a source of firewood and timber for construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspalathus chortophila has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus chortophila is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Aspalathus chortophila

Aspalathus chortophila can be found in Central Asia, China, and Mongolia.

Aspalathus chortophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus chortophila?

Aspalathus chortophila

What is the common name of Aspalathus chortophila?

Short-leaved Aspalathus

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus chortophila?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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

References

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.