Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tuberosum
ID:
213904

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 188 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213233

Common Names

  • Tuberosum Argyrolobium
  • Argyrolobium tuberosum
  • Tuberosum Argyrolobium

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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium glaucum Schinz [valid]
  • Argyrolobium lydenburgense Harms [valid]
  • Argyrolobium angustifolium Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Argyrolobium woodii Dümmer [valid]
  • Tephrothamnus angustifolius Kuntze [valid]
  • Argyrolobium tenue (E.Mey.) Walp. [valid]
  • Chasmone tenuis E.Mey. [valid]
  • Chasmone tuberosa (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Meisn. [valid]
  • Genista tenuis (E.Mey.) Briq. [valid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium tuberosum has small yellow flowers and small brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium tuberosum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Argyrolobium tuberosum

Argyrolobium tuberosum is native to South Africa.

Argyrolobium tuberosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium tuberosum?

Argyrolobium tuberosum

What type of plant is Argyrolobium tuberosum?

Shrub

Where is Argyrolobium tuberosum found?

Southern Africa

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

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.