Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
fasciculata
ID:
211837

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Druce

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles4: 606 (1916 publ. 1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211166



Common Names

  • Aspalathus fasciculata
  • Fasciculate Aspalathus
  • Fasciculate Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Aspalathus involucrata E.Mey. [valid]
  • Aspalathus undulata Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Achyronia fasciculata (Thunb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Heterolathus involucrata (E.Mey.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Ononis fasciculata Thunb. [valid]

Description

Aspalathus fasciculata (also called 'Clustered Aspalathus', among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus fasciculata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a tea-like beverage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspalathus fasciculata are yellow and fluffy. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus fasciculata is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Aspalathus fasciculata

Aspalathus fasciculata is native to southern Africa, including Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa.

Aspalathus fasciculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus fasciculata?

Aspalathus fasciculata

What is the common name of Aspalathus fasciculata?

Fasciculata

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus fasciculata?

Grassland and scrubland

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

George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.