Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
crassisepala
ID:
212210

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Dahlgren

Source:
ildis

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.9: 184 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211539



Common Names

  • Crassisepala Aspalathus
  • Aspalathus crassisepala
  • Crassisepala Bush


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Synonyms

  • Aspalathus retroflexa parviflora Harv. [valid]

Description

Aspalathus crassisepala (also called Thick-sepaled Aspalathus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus crassisepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspalathus crassisepala are small and white with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus crassisepala 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 crassisepala requires little maintenance and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Aspalathus crassisepala

Aspalathus crassisepala can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Aspalathus crassisepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus crassisepala?

Aspalathus crassisepala

What is the common name of Aspalathus crassisepala?

Thick-sepaled Aspalathus

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus crassisepala?

Dry mountain slopes and rocky outcrops

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