Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
frutescens
ID:
213834

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burtt Davy

Source:
ildis

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Man. Pl. Transvaal2: 393 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213163

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium frutescens
  • Shrubby Argyrolobium
  • Argyrolobium frutescens

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Description

Argyrolobium frutescens (also called Shrubby Argyrolobium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and small, leathery leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium frutescens is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium frutescens has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium frutescens is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-draining medium and kept moist until rooted.

Where to Find Argyrolobium frutescens

Argyrolobium frutescens can be found in South Africa.

Argyrolobium frutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium frutescens?

Argyrolobium frutescens

What is the common name of Argyrolobium frutescens?

Shrubby Clover

What type of plant is Argyrolobium frutescens?

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