Status:
valid
Authors:
P.J.Bergius
Source:
ildis
Year:
1767
Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. Cap.: 204 (1767)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211401
Common Names
- Laricifolia Rooibos
- Laricifolia Bush Tea
- Laricifolia Red Tea
Synonyms
- Achyronia laricifolia (P.J.Bergius) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Aspalathus laricifolia (also called Larch-leaved 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 laricifolia is used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments. The leaves are used to make tea and the bark is used to make rope. It is also used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aspalathus laricifolia sub. canescens (L.) R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus laricifolia sub. laricifolia
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aspalathus laricifolia has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspalathus laricifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Aspalathus laricifolia
Aspalathus laricifolia can be found in the deserts of South Africa.
Aspalathus laricifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Aspalathus laricifolia?
Rooibos
What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus laricifolia?
It is native to the Western Cape province of South Africa.
What is the best way to propagate Aspalathus laricifolia?
Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
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