Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
catati
ID:
197469

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Drake) A.G.Peltier

Source:
ildis

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)15: 417 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196798

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium Catati
  • Catati Argyrolobium
  • Catati's Silver Wattle

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria catati Drake [valid]

Description

Argyrolobium catati (also called Catat's argyrolobium, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium catati is used as a forage crop, green manure crop, and for soil improvement. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Argyrolobium catati are white and have five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium catati is a perennial shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Argyrolobium catati

Argyrolobium catati is native to Madagascar.

Argyrolobium catati FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Argyrolobium catati?

Argyrolobium catati is native to Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Argyrolobium catati?

Argyrolobium catati is a shrub that can grow up to 3 m tall.

What are the uses of Argyrolobium catati?

Argyrolobium catati is used for timber and medicinal purposes.

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

Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.
A.G. Peltier: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Peltier' in the authors string.