Cyclopia subternata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vogel
Source:
ildis
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Linnaea10: 595 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197707
Common Names
- Subterranean Honeybush
- Subterranean Sweet Bush
- Subterranean Cyclopia
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- Cyclopia grandiflora A.DC. [valid]
- Cyclopia grandifolia Benth. [valid]
- Cyclopia vogelii Harv. [illegitimate]
- Cyclopia vogelii subternata (Vogel) Harv. [valid]
Description
Cyclopia subternata (also called Subterranean Honeybush, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has a single stem that grows to a height of 1-2 m, with small, leathery leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woods, prairies, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclopia subternata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyclopia subternata has small, white or pink flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyclopia subternata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Cyclopia subternata
Cyclopia subternata is native to South Africa.
Cyclopia subternata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyclopia subternata?
Cyclopia subternata
What is the family of Cyclopia subternata?
Fabaceae
What is the habitat of Cyclopia subternata?
Fynbos and renosterveld
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
Julius Rudolph Theodor Vogel (1812-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogel' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:489312-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cyclopia subternata Vogel: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.