Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.7: 632 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211293
Common Names
- Aspalathus Grandiflora
- Grandiflora Aspalathus
- Grandiflora Aspalathus Plant
Synonyms
- Achyronia grandiflora (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Aspalathus grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Aspalathus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and large yellow flowers. It grows in mountainous areas and in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Aspalathus grandiflora 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspalathus grandiflora is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspalathus grandiflora 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 grandiflora
Aspalathus grandiflora can be found in the North West province of South Africa.
Aspalathus grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspalathus grandiflora?
Aspalathus grandiflora
What is the common name of Aspalathus grandiflora?
Large-flowered Aspalathus
What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus grandiflora?
It is found in rocky outcrops 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