Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aequinoctiale
ID:
213801

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 46 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213130

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium aequinoctiale
  • Equinoctial Argyrolobium
  • Argyrolobium aequinoctiale

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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium buaricum Harms [valid]
  • Tephrothamnus aequinoctialis Hiern [valid]
  • Genista aequinoctialis Briq. [valid]

Description

Argyrolobium aequinoctiale (also called Equinoctial Everlasting Pea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub with yellow flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as hillsides and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium aequinoctiale is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium aequinoctiale has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves with white veins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium aequinoctiale is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of salt spray and can tolerate drought. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Argyrolobium aequinoctiale

Argyrolobium aequinoctiale is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Argyrolobium aequinoctiale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium aequinoctiale?

Argyrolobium aequinoctiale

What is the common name of Argyrolobium aequinoctiale?

Equal-day Clover

What type of plant is Argyrolobium aequinoctiale?

It is a flowering plant in the legume family.

Species in the Argyrolobium genus

Argyrolobium biebersteinii, Argyrolobium crotalarioides, Argyrolobium lunare, Argyrolobium roseum, Argyrolobium stenophyllum, Argyrolobium crassifolium, Argyrolobium molle, Argyrolobium rupestre, Argyrolobium speciosum, Argyrolobium tomentosum, Argyrolobium velutinum, Argyrolobium catati, Argyrolobium itremoense, Argyrolobium pedunculare, Argyrolobium flaccidum, Argyrolobium pulvinatum, Argyrolobium prilipkoanum, Argyrolobium aciculare, Argyrolobium ascendens, Argyrolobium aequinoctiale, Argyrolobium amplexicaule, Argyrolobium arabicum, Argyrolobium baptisioides, Argyrolobium barbatum, Argyrolobium campicola, Argyrolobium candicans, Argyrolobium collinum, Argyrolobium confertum, Argyrolobium crinitum, Argyrolobium eylesii, Argyrolobium fischeri, Argyrolobium friesianum, Argyrolobium frutescens, Argyrolobium harmsianum, Argyrolobium harveyanum, Argyrolobium humile, Argyrolobium incanum, Argyrolobium longifolium, Argyrolobium macrophyllum, Argyrolobium marginatum, Argyrolobium megarhizum, Argyrolobium microphyllum, Argyrolobium muddii, Argyrolobium nigrescens, Argyrolobium pachyphyllum, Argyrolobium pauciflorum, Argyrolobium petiolare, Argyrolobium polyphyllum, Argyrolobium pumilum, Argyrolobium ramosissimum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.