Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tridentata
ID:
211899

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 712 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211228



Common Names

  • Trident Aspalathus
  • Trident Rooibos
  • Aspalathus Tridentata


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Synonyms

  • Achyronia tridentata (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus tridentata (also called Trident Rooibos, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It is a member of the Fabaceae family and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in the mountainous regions of the Western Cape province of South Africa, in the fynbos biome. It is found in sandy and loamy soils, and prefers dry, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus tridentata 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 tridentata sub. staurantha (Eckl. & Zeyh.) R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus tridentata sub. fragilis R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus tridentata sub. rotunda R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus tridentata sub. tridentata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspalathus tridentata has small, white flowers with yellow centers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus tridentata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is easily propagated from cuttings, which should be taken from the tips of the branches in late summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until they are established. It is also possible to propagate Aspalathus tridentata from seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location in spring.

Where to Find Aspalathus tridentata

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

Aspalathus tridentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus tridentata?

Aspalathus tridentata

What is the common name of Aspalathus tridentata?

Rooibos

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus tridentata?

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