Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
flaccidum
ID:
205744

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient.1: 115 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205073

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium Flaccidum
  • Flaccidum Argyrolobium
  • Flaccidum Pea

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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium divaricatum Jaub. & Spach [valid]
  • Cytisus flaccidus Royle [valid]
  • Cytisus lanuginosus Royle. [valid]
  • Genista flaccida Briq. [valid]
  • Glycine flaccida Wall. [invalid]
  • Cytisus diffusus Jacquem. ex Jaub. & Spach. [invalid]

Description

Argyrolobium flaccidum (also called Flaccid Argyrolobium, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry grasslands, rocky hillsides, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium flaccidum is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argyrolobium flaccidum is a small, white to pale blue pea-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium flaccidum is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Argyrolobium flaccidum

Argyrolobium flaccidum is native to the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau.

Argyrolobium flaccidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium flaccidum?

Argyrolobium flaccidum

What is the common name of Argyrolobium flaccidum?

Flaccid Argyrolobium

What is the natural habitat of Argyrolobium flaccidum?

Dry and rocky slopes, scrubland, and open woodlands

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.