Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
salteri
ID:
211999

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
ildis

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.68: 76 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211328



Common Names

  • Aspalathus salteri
  • Cape Rooibos
  • Red Bush


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Description

Aspalathus salteri (also called 'Salter's broom', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas, and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and thin, wiry stems.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus salteri is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspalathus salteri has small, yellow flowers, with the seed being a small, black, shiny nut. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus salteri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Aspalathus salteri

Aspalathus salteri is native to South Africa.

Aspalathus salteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus salteri?

Aspalathus salteri

What is the common name of Aspalathus salteri?

Rooibos

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus salteri?

It is native to South Africa and is found in the fynbos region of the Western and Eastern Cape provinces.

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