Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
corrudifolia
ID:
212265

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Bergius

Source:
ildis

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. Cap.: 207 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211594



Common Names

  • Corrudifolia Rooibos
  • Aspalathus Corrudifolia
  • Corrudifolia Bush Tea


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Synonyms

  • Aspalathus genistoides L. [valid]
  • Achyronia genistodes (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus corrudifolia (also called Corrudifolia Aspalathus, among many other common names) is a species of Aspalathus native to South Africa. It is a shrub growing to a height of up to 1.5 m (5 ft). It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Western Cape and Northern Cape provinces of South Africa.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspalathus corrudifolia 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 corrudifolia 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 corrudifolia requires little maintenance and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Aspalathus corrudifolia

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

Aspalathus corrudifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus corrudifolia?

Aspalathus corrudifolia

What type of plant is Aspalathus corrudifolia?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus corrudifolia?

Dry, rocky slopes and ridges

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