Status:
valid
Authors:
(Andrews) Druce
Source:
ildis
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles4: 605 (1916 publ. 1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194788
Common Names
- Downy Argyrolobium
- Downy
- Downy False Pea
Synonyms
- Argyrolobium shirense Taub. [valid]
- Argyrolobium stuhlmannii Taub. [valid]
- Argyrolobium andrewsianum Steud. [illegitimate]
- Trichasma ciliatum Walp. [valid]
- Tephrothamnus tomentosus Sweet [invalid]
- Argyrolobium angustistipulatum De Wild. [valid]
- Chasmone andrewsiana E.Mey. [illegitimate]
- Dichilus ciliatus A.Spreng. [valid]
- Genista polysperma Briq. [valid]
- Goodia polysperma DC. [valid]
- Cytisus tomentosus Andrews [valid]
- Chasmone andrewsiana umbellata E.Mey. [unknown]
- Goodia lotifolia Anon. [deprecated]
Description
Argyrolobium tomentosum (also called Woolly 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 tomentosum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argyrolobium tomentosum has yellow flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argyrolobium tomentosum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be semi-hardwood.
Where to Find Argyrolobium tomentosum
Argyrolobium tomentosum is found in the Mediterranean region.
Argyrolobium tomentosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium tomentosum?
Argyrolobium tomentosum
What is the common name of Argyrolobium tomentosum?
Woolly Everlasting
What is the habitat of Argyrolobium tomentosum?
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