Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lanceifolia
ID:
212330

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Dahlgren

Source:
ildis

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.9: 282 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211659



Common Names

  • Rooibos
  • Red Bush
  • Aspalathus lanceifolia


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Description

Aspalathus lanceifolia (also called Lance-leaved Aspalathus, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to South Africa, and is found in rocky outcrops and sandstone cliffs. It has lanceolate leaves, and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus lanceifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspalathus lanceifolia has yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus lanceifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Aspalathus lanceifolia

Aspalathus lanceifolia can be found in South Africa in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Aspalathus lanceifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus lanceifolia?

Aspalathus lanceifolia

What is the common name of Aspalathus lanceifolia?

Lanceolate Aspalathus

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus lanceifolia?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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