Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eustonbrownii
ID:
1333158

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.H.Stirt. & Muasya

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.104: 41 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345612





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Description

Aspalathus eustonbrownii (also called Euston Brown's Aspalathus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus eustonbrownii is a native Australian plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspalathus eustonbrownii is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus eustonbrownii can be propagated by division or by seed. It requires a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in well-draining, acidic soil and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Aspalathus eustonbrownii

Aspalathus eustonbrownii can be found in South Africa.

Aspalathus eustonbrownii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Aspalathus eustonbrownii?

Aspalathus eustonbrownii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light for Aspalathus eustonbrownii?

Aspalathus eustonbrownii prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil does Aspalathus eustonbrownii need?

Aspalathus eustonbrownii prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix.

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

References

Charles Howard Stirton (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Stirt.' in the authors string.
A. Muthama Muasya (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muasya' in the authors string.