Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
psoraleoides
ID:
211860

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Presl) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.7: 598 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211189



Common Names

  • Aspalathus psoraleoides
  • Psoralea-Like Aspalathus
  • Psoralea-Like Bushveld Tea


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Synonyms

  • Paraspalathus psoraloides C.Presl [valid]
  • Achyronia psoraleodes (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspalathus psoraleoides 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 psoraleoides is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Aspalathus psoraleoides

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

Aspalathus psoraleoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus psoraleoides?

Aspalathus psoraleoides

What is the common name of Aspalathus psoraleoides?

Psoraleoides

Where is Aspalathus psoraleoides 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

References

Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.