Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
microphyllum
ID:
213852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ball

Source:
ildis

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.11: 303 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213181

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium Microphyllum
  • Small-Leaved Wood-Sorrel
  • Small-Leaved Argyrolobium

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Synonyms

  • Genista maroccana Briq. [valid]
  • Argyrolobium microphyllum racemosum Maire [valid]
  • Genista maroccana microphylla (Ball) Maire [valid]
  • Genista maroccana racemosa (Maire) Maire [valid]

Description

Argyrolobium microphyllum (also called Small-leaved 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 microphyllum is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium microphyllum 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 microphyllum is a hardy perennial plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Argyrolobium microphyllum

Argyrolobium microphyllum can be found in South Africa.

Argyrolobium microphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium microphyllum?

Argyrolobium microphyllum

What is the common name of Argyrolobium microphyllum?

Small-leaved Clover

What type of plant is Argyrolobium microphyllum?

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