Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
dianthopora
ID:
212113

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Phillips

Source:
ildis

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Ann. S. African Mus.9: 105 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211442



Common Names

  • Dianthopora Rooibos
  • Dianthopora Bush Tea
  • Dianthopora Red Tea


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Description

Aspalathus dianthopora (also called Rooibos, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the western Cape region of South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and yellow flowers. It grows best in well-drained, acidic soil and is often found in mountainous areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus dianthopora is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspalathus dianthopora has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus dianthopora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Aspalathus dianthopora

Aspalathus dianthopora can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Aspalathus dianthopora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus dianthopora?

Aspalathus dianthopora

What is the common name of Aspalathus dianthopora?

Cape Rooibos

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus dianthopora?

It is native to 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