Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
trifoliatum
ID:
547951

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Druce

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles4: 605 (1916 publ. 1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547283

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium trifoliatum
  • Three-leaved Argyrolobium
  • Three-leaved Argyrolobium Plant

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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium sericeum (A.Spreng.) Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Tephrosia trifoliata (Thunb.) DC. [valid]
  • Podalyria trifoliata (Thunb.) Willd. [valid]
  • Sophora trifoliata Thunb. [valid]
  • Argyrolobium obcordatum (E.Mey.) Steud. [valid]
  • Chasmone holosericea E.Mey. [valid]
  • Chasmone obcordata E.Mey. [valid]
  • Cyclopia triphylla Sweet [valid]
  • Dichilus sericeus A.Spreng. [valid]
  • Dichilus sericeus E.Mey. [illegitimate]
  • Eriosema argenteum Desv. [valid]
  • Galega trifoliata Thunb. [valid]
  • Gamochilum obcordatum (E.Mey.) Walp. [valid]
  • Gamochilum sericeum (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Walp. [valid]
  • Genista thunbergii Briq. [valid]

Description

Argyrolobium trifoliatum (also called Three-Leaved Argyrolobium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium trifoliatum 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 trifoliatum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium trifoliatum 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 trifoliatum

Argyrolobium trifoliatum is native to Europe and Asia.

Argyrolobium trifoliatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium trifoliatum?

Argyrolobium trifoliatum

What is the growth habit of Argyrolobium trifoliatum?

It is a small, deciduous shrub with an upright habit.

What is the flowering period of Argyrolobium trifoliatum?

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

George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:475271-1: Based on the initial data import