Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
polycephala
ID:
211832

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 39 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211161



Common Names

  • Aspalathus polycephala
  • Many-headed Aspalathus
  • Many-headed Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Heterolathus polycephala (E.Mey.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Achyronia polycephala (E.Mey.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus polycephala (also called 'Many-headed Aspalathus', among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus polycephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used to make herbal teas and tisanes, as well as for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspalathus polycephala sub. lanatifolia R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus polycephala sub. rigida (Schltr.) R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus polycephala sub. polycephala

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspalathus polycephala 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 polycephala is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Aspalathus polycephala

Aspalathus polycephala is native to southern Africa, including Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa.

Aspalathus polycephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus polycephala?

Aspalathus polycephala

What is the common name of Aspalathus polycephala?

Polycephala

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus polycephala?

Grassland and scrubland

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