Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl.16: t. 1525 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213167
Common Names
- Argyrolobium Harveyanum
- Harvey's Argyrolobium
- Harvey's Wood-Sorrel
Synonyms
- Argyrolobium uniflorum Harv. [illegitimate]
Description
Argyrolobium harveyanum (also called Harvey's 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 harveyanum is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argyrolobium harveyanum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argyrolobium harveyanum is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5m 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 harveyanum
Argyrolobium harveyanum can be found in South Africa.
Argyrolobium harveyanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium harveyanum?
Argyrolobium harveyanum
What is the common name of Argyrolobium harveyanum?
Harvey's Clover
What type of plant is Argyrolobium harveyanum?
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