Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
juniperina
ID:
212220

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap.: 128 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211549



Common Names

  • Juniperina Aspalathus
  • Aspalathus juniperina
  • Juniperina Bush


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Description

Aspalathus juniperina (also called Juniper Aspalathus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus juniperina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspalathus juniperina sub. gracilifolia (R.Dahlgren) R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus juniperina sub. grandis R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus juniperina sub. monticola R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus juniperina sub. juniperina

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspalathus juniperina are small and white with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus juniperina is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Aspalathus juniperina

Aspalathus juniperina can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Aspalathus juniperina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus juniperina?

Aspalathus juniperina

What is the common name of Aspalathus juniperina?

Juniper-leaved Aspalathus

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus juniperina?

Dry mountain slopes and rocky outcrops

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