Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rupestre
ID:
195456

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey.) Walp.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Linnaea13: 508 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194785

Common Names

  • Rocky Argyrolobium
  • Rock Argyrolobium
  • Rocky

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Synonyms

  • Chasmone rupestris E.Mey. [valid]

Description

Argyrolobium rupestre (also called Rock Argyrolobium, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Argentina and Chile. It typically grows to a height of 0.3-1.2 m, with a spread of 0.3-1.5 m. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and scrublands, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium rupestre is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Argyrolobium rupestre sub. kilimandscharicum (Taub.) Polhill
Argyrolobium rupestre sub. aberdaricum (Harms) Polhill
Argyrolobium rupestre sub. remotum (A.Rich.) Polhill
Argyrolobium rupestre sub. rupestre

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium rupestre has yellow flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium rupestre is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Argyrolobium rupestre

Argyrolobium rupestre is found in the Mediterranean region.

Argyrolobium rupestre FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium rupestre?

Argyrolobium rupestre

What is the common name of Argyrolobium rupestre?

Rock Everlasting

What is the habitat of Argyrolobium rupestre?

It is found in rocky areas, grasslands, 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

References

Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.