Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
spinescens
ID:
212146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap.: 129 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211475



Common Names

  • Spinescens Rooibos
  • Aspalathus spinescens
  • Spinescens Bush Tea


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Synonyms

  • Achyronia spinescens (Thunb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus spinescens (also called 'Spiny 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 spinescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. Its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspalathus spinescens sub. lepida (E.Mey.) R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus spinescens sub. spinescens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow, daisy-like flowers. Seed: small, black, flattened seeds. Seedlings: small, rounded leaves, with a white-greyish hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus spinescens is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Aspalathus spinescens

Aspalathus spinescens can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa.

Aspalathus spinescens FAQ

What is the common name of Aspalathus spinescens?

Spinescens Rooibos

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus spinescens?

It is native to the western and eastern Cape Provinces of South Africa.

What is the traditional use of Aspalathus spinescens?

It has been used for centuries as a traditional herbal tea.

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