Aspalathus neglectus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neglectus
ID:
552800
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.M.Salter
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 15: 35 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552132
Common Names
- Aspalathus Neglectus
- Neglected Aspalathus
- Cape Rooibos
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aspalathus neglectus (also called Wild Rooibos, among many other common names) is a species of legume native to South Africa. It is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1–2 m and has needle-like leaves. It is found in the fynbos biome of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces of South Africa, and it is also cultivated in other parts of the world. It is found in dry, stony, and sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Aspalathus neglectus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspalathus neglectus is small, yellow in color and grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aspalathus neglectus is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted to their permanent positions in the garden in the summer.
Where to Find Aspalathus neglectus
Aspalathus neglectus can be found in South Africa.
Aspalathus neglectus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspalathus neglectus?
Aspalathus neglectus
What is the common name of Aspalathus neglectus?
Neglected Aspalathus
What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus neglectus?
It is found in rocky outcrops in the Western Cape, 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
Terence Macleave Salter (1883-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Salter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:475684-1: Based on the initial data import