Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
marginata
ID:
211859

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
W.H.Harvey & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Cap.2: 103 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211188



Common Names

  • Aspalathus marginata
  • Margined Aspalathus
  • Margined Bushveld Tea


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Synonyms

  • Achyronia marginata (Harv.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Aspalathus exigua Benth. [illegitimate]

Description

Aspalathus marginata (also called Cape Rooibos, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa and is found in rocky, sandy and clay soils. It is also found in dry river beds and on mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspalathus marginata 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 marginata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Aspalathus marginata

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

Aspalathus marginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus marginata?

Aspalathus marginata

What is the common name of Aspalathus marginata?

Marginata

Where is Aspalathus marginata native to?

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