Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
linearis
ID:
212281

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burm.f.) R.Dahlgren

Source:
ildis

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.9: 283 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211610



Common Names

  • Linear Rooibos
  • Aspalathus Linearis
  • Linear Bush Tea


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Synonyms

  • Lebeckia candolleana Walp. [valid]
  • Aspalathus linearis linearis [unknown]
  • Aspalathus corymbosa E.Mey. [valid]
  • Aspalathus linearis pinifolia (Marloth) R.Dahlgren [unknown]
  • Borbonia pinifolia Marloth [unknown]
  • Lebeckia linearis (Burm.f.) DC. [valid]
  • Aspalathus cognata C.Presl [valid]
  • Genista contaminata Poir. [valid]
  • Rafnia filifolia Eckl. ex Walp. [invalid]
  • Psoralea linearis Burm.f. [valid]
  • Aspalathus tenuifolia DC. [valid]
  • Lebeckia contaminata DC. [illegitimate]
  • Achyronia tenuifolia (DC.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus linearis (also called Aspalathus-Knoppies, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It typically grows to a height of 0.3–1.5 m, with small, linear leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspalathus linearis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus linearis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 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 linearis

Aspalathus linearis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Aspalathus linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus linearis?

Aspalathus linearis

What is the common name of Aspalathus linearis?

Rooibos

What is the origin of Aspalathus linearis?

South Africa

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

Nicolaas Laurens Burman (1733-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burm.f.' in the authors string.
Rolf Dahlgren (1932-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Dahlgren' in the authors string.