Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Dahlgren
Source:
ildis
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.3: 259 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206000
Common Names
- Oliveri Aspalathus
- Oliveri Rosewood
- Aspalathus oliveri
Description
Aspalathus oliveri (also called 'Oliver's Aspalathus', among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to South Africa. It grows in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands. It has yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Aspalathus oliveri is used as an herbal tea and is known to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-diabetic properties. It is also used to treat headaches, colds, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aspalathus oliveri are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with light green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspalathus oliveri is a tropical shrub native to South Africa. It is a slow-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Aspalathus oliveri
Aspalathus oliveri is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and meadows, especially in the Western Cape.
Aspalathus oliveri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspalathus oliveri?
Aspalathus oliveri
What is the common name of Aspalathus oliveri?
Oliveri Aspalathus
What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus oliveri?
It is found in tropical rainforests of New Guinea
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