Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cymbiformis
ID:
211995

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 140 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211324



Common Names

  • Aspalathus cymbiformis
  • Cape Rooibos
  • Red Bush


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Synonyms

  • Trineuria cymbiformis (DC.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Paraspalathus thymifolia (L.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Paraspalathus arenarioides C.Presl [valid]
  • Aspalathus scaphoides Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Aspalathus thymifolia L. [valid]
  • Achyronia thymifolia (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Aspalathus cymbiformis hirta DC. [unknown]
  • Aspalathus cymbiformis pubescens DC. [unknown]
  • Aspalathus ericifolia Willd. ex Walp. [invalid]
  • Aspalathus frankenioides Eckl. & Zeyh. [illegitimate]

Description

Aspalathus cymbiformis (also called 'Boat-shaped broom', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas, and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and thin, wiry stems.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus cymbiformis 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

Aspalathus cymbiformis has small, yellow flowers, with the seed being a small, black, shiny nut. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus cymbiformis 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 cymbiformis

Aspalathus cymbiformis is native to South Africa.

Aspalathus cymbiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus cymbiformis?

Aspalathus cymbiformis

What is the common name of Aspalathus cymbiformis?

Rooibos

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus cymbiformis?

It is native to South Africa and is found in the fynbos region of the Western and Eastern Cape provinces.

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