Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nigra
ID:
211954

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl.2: 262 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211283

Common Names

  • Nigra Aspalathus
  • Nigra Rooibos
  • Aspalathus Nigra

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Synonyms

  • Trineuria deciduifolia (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Paraspalathus nigrescens (E.Mey.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Paraspalathus nigra (L.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Paraspalathus melanoides (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Aspalathus deciduifolia Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Aspalathus melanoides Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Aspalathus nigrescens E.Mey. [valid]
  • Aspalathus pallens Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Trineuria fuscescens C.Presl [valid]
  • Achyronia nigra (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Aspalathus nigra squamulosa E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Aspalathus globosa Steud. [invalid]
  • Aspalathus involucrata Pappe ex Harv. [invalid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus nigra 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 nigra 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 nigra 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 nigra

Aspalathus nigra can be found in the Gauteng province of South Africa.

Aspalathus nigra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus nigra?

Aspalathus nigra

What is the common name of Aspalathus nigra?

Rooibos

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus nigra?

It is native to South Africa and is found in the fynbos region of the Western and Eastern Cape provinces.

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