Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ciliaris
ID:
211973

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl.2: 262 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211302



Common Names

  • Aspalathus Ciliaris
  • Ciliaris Aspalathus
  • Ciliaris Aspalathus Plant


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Synonyms

  • Aspalathus leucophaea Harv. [valid]
  • Aspalathus robusta Bolus ex Schltr. [valid]
  • Trineuria appendiculata (E.Mey.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Trineuria ciliaris (L.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Paraspalathus meyeriana (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Aspalathus appendiculata E.Mey. [valid]
  • Aspalathus dubia E.Mey. [valid]
  • Aspalathus ecklonis Vogel ex Walp. [valid]
  • Aspalathus meyeriana Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Aspalathus oresigena Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Aspalathus papillosa Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Aspalathus aulonogena Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Trineuria papillosa (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Achyronia ciliaris (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Achyronia leucophaea (Harv.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus ciliaris (also called Ciliate Aspalathus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, ciliate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in mountainous areas and in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus ciliaris is used as an ornamental plant and also for erosion control. It has also been used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspalathus ciliaris is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus ciliaris is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Aspalathus ciliaris

Aspalathus ciliaris is native to South Africa.

Aspalathus ciliaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus ciliaris?

Aspalathus ciliaris

What is the common name of Aspalathus ciliaris?

Ciliate Aspalathus

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus ciliaris?

It is found in rocky outcrops in the Western Cape, 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