Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cephalotes
ID:
211951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap.: 126 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211280

Common Names

  • Cephalotes Aspalathus
  • Cephalotes Rooibos
  • Aspalathus Cephalotes

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Synonyms

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

Description

Aspalathus cephalotes (also called Head Aspalathus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, head-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in mountainous areas and in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus cephalotes is used as an ornamental plant and also for erosion control. It has also been used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspalathus cephalotes sub. obscuriflora R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus cephalotes sub. violacea R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus cephalotes sub. cephalotes
Aspalathus cephalotes sub. obscurifolia R.Dahlgren

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus cephalotes can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Aspalathus cephalotes

Aspalathus cephalotes can be found in the North West province of South Africa.

Aspalathus cephalotes FAQ

What is the common name of Aspalathus cephalotes?

Rooibos

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus cephalotes?

It is native to the Cederberg region of the Western Cape province of South Africa.

What is the best way to propagate Aspalathus cephalotes?

Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

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