Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
perfoliata
ID:
212321

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) R.Dahlgren

Source:
ildis

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot.9: 285 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211650

Common Names

  • Rooibos
  • Red Bush
  • Aspalathus perfoliata

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Synonyms

  • Borbonia perfoliata Lam. [valid]

Description

Aspalathus perfoliata (also called Perfoliate Aspalathus, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to South Africa, and is found in rocky outcrops and sandstone cliffs. It has perfoliate leaves, and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus perfoliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspalathus perfoliata sub. phillipsii R.Dahlgren
Aspalathus perfoliata sub. perfoliata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspalathus perfoliata has yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus perfoliata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Aspalathus perfoliata

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

Aspalathus perfoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus perfoliata?

Aspalathus perfoliata

What is the common name of Aspalathus perfoliata?

Perfoliate Aspalathus

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus perfoliata?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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

Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Rolf Dahlgren (1932-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Dahlgren' in the authors string.