Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rugosa
ID:
211876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211205

Common Names

  • Aspalathus rugosa
  • Rugose Aspalathus
  • Rugose Bushveld Tea

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Synonyms

  • Aspalathus rugosa rugosa [unknown]
  • Paraspalathus pluckenetiana (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Aspalathus plukenetiana Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Achyronia rugosa (Thunb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Aspalathus rugosa (also called Cape Rooibos, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa and is found in rocky, sandy and clay soils. It is also found in dry river beds and on mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Aspalathus rugosa is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a tea-like beverage.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspalathus rugosa sub. linearifolia (DC.) R.Dahlgren

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspalathus rugosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a rounded tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspalathus rugosa is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is easily propagated from cuttings, which should be taken from the tips of the branches in late summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until they are established. It is also possible to propagate Aspalathus rugosa from seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location in spring.

Where to Find Aspalathus rugosa

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

Aspalathus rugosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspalathus rugosa?

Aspalathus rugosa

What is the common name of Aspalathus rugosa?

Rugose Aspalathus

What is the natural habitat of Aspalathus rugosa?

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