Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
211840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 199 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211169



Common Names

  • Aspalathus suaveolens
  • Fragrant Aspalathus
  • Fragrant Acacia


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Synonyms

  • Heterolathus suaveolens (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Achyronia suaveolens (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus suaveolens (also called 'Fragrant 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 suaveolens is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a tea-like beverage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspalathus suaveolens 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 suaveolens is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Aspalathus suaveolens

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

Aspalathus suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus suaveolens?

Aspalathus suaveolens

What is the common name of Aspalathus suaveolens?

Suaveolens

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus suaveolens?

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

References

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.