Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pumilum
ID:
213869

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 185 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213198

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium Pumilum
  • Dwarf Wood-Sorrel
  • Dwarf Argyrolobium

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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium venustum Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Chasmone pumila (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Meisn. [valid]
  • Chasmone pusilla E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Genista microsoma Briq. [valid]
  • Galega pusilla Thunb. [valid]
  • Tephrosia pusilla (Thunb.) Pers. [valid]
  • Cracca pusilla (Thunb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tephrosia sericea Pers. [unknown]
  • Galega sericea Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Argyrolobium pumilum (also called Dwarf Argyrolobium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers that appear in spring.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium pumilum has small yellow flowers and small brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium pumilum 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 pumilum

Argyrolobium pumilum is native to South Africa.

Argyrolobium pumilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium pumilum?

Argyrolobium pumilum

What is the common name of Argyrolobium pumilum?

Commonly known as dwarf argyrolobium

What is the family of Argyrolobium pumilum?

Family Fabaceae

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

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.