Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ericifolia
ID:
212016

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 711 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211345



Common Names

  • Ericifolia Aspalathus
  • Rooibos
  • Red Bush


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Synonyms

  • Paraspalathus ericifolia (L.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Achyronia ericifolia (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus ericifolia (also called Ericaceous Rooibos, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to the Western Cape province of South Africa and is typically found in the fynbos vegetation type. It grows in sandy and loamy soils in areas with low rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus ericifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspalathus ericifolia sub. minuta R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus ericifolia sub. pusilla R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus ericifolia sub. ericifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspalathus ericifolia 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 ericifolia is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Aspalathus ericifolia

Aspalathus ericifolia is native to South Africa.

Aspalathus ericifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus ericifolia?

Aspalathus ericifolia

What is the common name of Aspalathus ericifolia?

Rooibos

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus ericifolia?

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