Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudotuberosum
ID:
547935
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.J.Edwards
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.60: 40 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547267
Common Names
- Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum
- False-tuberous Argyrolobium
- False-tuberous Argyrolobium Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum (also called False Tubercled Argyrolobium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and can be used to create a natural border. It is also used to control erosion and can be used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants.
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Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate occasional flooding. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer, and they should germinate within two weeks. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and can be rooted in a potting mix. The plants should be fertilized regularly and kept moist during the growing season.
Where to Find Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum
Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum is native to Europe and Asia.
Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum?
Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum
What is the common name of Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum?
False-tuberose
What is the natural habitat of Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum?
It is found in dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands and scrublands.
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
Trevor J. Edwards (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Edwards' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:976568-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Argyrolobium pseudotuberosum T.J.Edwards: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.