Cyclopia longifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vogel
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Linnaea10: 595 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632124
Common Names
- Longifolia Cyclopia
- Longifolia Cyclopias
- Longifolia Cyclopiae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyclopia longifolia (also called Long-leaved Cyclopia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to South Africa, and it typically grows in dry woodlands and savannas. It is a shrub, growing up to 1 m tall, with long, alternate leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cyclopia longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyclopia longifolia has small yellow flowers that are arranged in a head-like cluster. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, needle-like leaves.
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Cyclopia longifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The plants should be kept in a sunny spot and protected from frost.
Where to Find Cyclopia longifolia
Cyclopia longifolia can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.
Cyclopia longifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Cyclopia longifolia?
Long-leaf Honeybush
What is the natural habitat of Cyclopia longifolia?
It is native to the fynbos of the Western Cape, South Africa
What is the best soil type for Cyclopia longifolia?
It prefers well-drained, acidic soils
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:489304-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cyclopia longifolia Vogel: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.