Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pulvinatum
ID:
205748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica157: 33 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205077

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium Pulvinatum
  • Pulvinatum Argyrolobium
  • Pulvinatum Pea

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Description

Argyrolobium pulvinatum (also called Cushion 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 pulvinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argyrolobium pulvinatum 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 pulvinatum is a shrub that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Argyrolobium pulvinatum

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

Argyrolobium pulvinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium pulvinatum?

Argyrolobium pulvinatum

What is the common name of Argyrolobium pulvinatum?

Pulvinate Argyrolobium

What is the natural habitat of Argyrolobium pulvinatum?

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