Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
crotalarioides
ID:
186148

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient.1: 114 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185477

Common Names

  • Crotalaria
  • Rattlepod
  • Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium gracile Fenzl [valid]
  • Argyrolobium syriacum Boiss. [illegitimate]
  • Genista crotalarioides (Jaub. & Spach) Briq. [valid]

Description

Argyrolobium crotalarioides (also called Broom Bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium crotalarioides is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argyrolobium crotalarioides is yellow, and the seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium crotalarioides is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be fertilized and watered regularly.

Where to Find Argyrolobium crotalarioides

Argyrolobium crotalarioides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Argyrolobium crotalarioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium crotalarioides?

Argyrolobium crotalarioides

What is the common name of Argyrolobium crotalarioides?

Crotalarioides Broom

What is the natural habitat of Argyrolobium crotalarioides?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

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

Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.