Cyclopia maculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Andrews) Kies
Source:
ildis
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Bothalia6: 166 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197769
Common Names
- Cyclopia maculata
- Spotted Cyclopia
- Spotted Honeybush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cyclopia tenuifolia Lehm. [valid]
- Cyclopia laricina E.Mey. [valid]
- Gompholobium maculatum Andrews [valid]
Description
Cyclopia maculata (also called Spotted Honeybush, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the south-western Cape of South Africa, and is found in fynbos and renosterveld vegetation.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclopia maculata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fodder for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyclopia maculata has small, yellow flowers and small, black, flattened seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyclopia maculata is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Cyclopia maculata
Cyclopia maculata is native to South Africa.
Cyclopia maculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyclopia maculata?
Cyclopia maculata
What is the common name of Cyclopia maculata?
Spotted honeybush
What is the family of Cyclopia maculata?
Fabaceae
Species in the Cyclopia genus
Cyclopia aurescens, Cyclopia bolusii, Cyclopia bowieana, Cyclopia burtonii, Cyclopia buxifolia, Cyclopia latifolia, Cyclopia falcata, Cyclopia subternata, Cyclopia filiformis, Cyclopia galioides, Cyclopia genistoides, Cyclopia intermedia, Cyclopia longiflora, Cyclopia maculata, Cyclopia meyeriana, Cyclopia plicata, Cyclopia pubescens, Cyclopia sessiliflora, Cyclopia alopecuroides, Cyclopia alpina, Cyclopia longifolia, Cyclopia squamosa, Cyclopia glabra, Cyclopia laxiflora, Cyclopia genistoides,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Henry Cranke Andrews (1770-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andrews' in the authors string.
Pauline Kies (1918-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kies' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cyclopia maculata (Andrews) Kies: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.