Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
villosa
ID:
211932

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap.: 125 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211261



Common Names

  • Villosa Aspalathus
  • Villosa Rooibos
  • Aspalathus Villosa


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Synonyms

  • Paraspalathus villosa (Thunb.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Achyronia villosa (Thunb.) Kuntze [illegitimate]

Description

Aspalathus villosa (also called 'Hairy 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 villosa 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspalathus villosa is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thick and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus villosa is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Aspalathus villosa

Aspalathus villosa can be found in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa.

Aspalathus villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus villosa?

Aspalathus villosa

What is the common name of Aspalathus villosa?

Hairy Aspalathus

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus villosa?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Western Cape, 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