Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.Mey.) T.J.Edwards
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Bothalia26: 45 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265241
Common Names
- Argyrolobium angustissimum
- Narrow Argyrolobium
- Angustissimum Argyrolobium
Description
Argyrolobium angustissimum (also called 'Narrow Argyrolobium', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Southeast Asia, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Argyrolobium angustissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argyrolobium angustissimum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with two to four pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argyrolobium angustissimum is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate drought and some salt. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Argyrolobium angustissimum
Argyrolobium angustissimum can be found in the dry forests of Mexico.
Argyrolobium angustissimum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium angustissimum?
Argyrolobium angustissimum
What is the common name of Argyrolobium angustissimum?
Narrow-leaved Argyrolobium
What is the natural habitat of Argyrolobium angustissimum?
Dry hillsides and canyons in Mexico
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