Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
schimperianum
ID:
213884

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Flora27(1): 100 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213213

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium Schimperianum
  • Schimper's Wood-Sorrel
  • Schimper's Argyrolobium

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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium petitianum A.Rich. [valid]
  • Argyrolobium dasycarpum Hochst. ex Baker [valid]
  • Cytisus schimperianus Steud. ex Baker [valid]
  • Genista petitiana (A.Rich.) Briq. [valid]
  • Genista schimperiana (Hochst.) Briq. [valid]

Description

Argyrolobium schimperianum (also called Schimper's velvet bush, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with velvety, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Ethiopia and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium schimperianum is used as an ornamental plant, as a cover crop, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium schimperianum has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium schimperianum is a shrub that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Argyrolobium schimperianum

Argyrolobium schimperianum is native to East Africa.

Argyrolobium schimperianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium schimperianum?

Argyrolobium schimperianum

What is the common name of Argyrolobium schimperianum?

Commonly known as Schimper's argyrolobium

What is the family of Argyrolobium schimperianum?

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