Argyrolobium rotundifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundifolium
ID:
547942
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.J.Edwards
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Bothalia23: 77 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547274
Common Names
- Argyrolobium rotundifolium
- Round-leaved Argyrolobium
- Round-leaved Argyrolobium Plant
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Argyrolobium rotundifolium (also called 'Round-leaved Argyrolobium', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has dark green foliage and produces small, purple flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Argyrolobium rotundifolium 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 rotundifolium 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 rotundifolium 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 rotundifolium
Argyrolobium rotundifolium is native to Europe and Asia.
Argyrolobium rotundifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium rotundifolium?
Argyrolobium rotundifolium
What is the growth habit of Argyrolobium rotundifolium?
It is a small, deciduous shrub with an upright habit.
What is the flowering period of Argyrolobium rotundifolium?
It flowers from late spring to early summer.
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:972792-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Argyrolobium rotundifolium T.J.Edwards: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.