Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
vaginiferum
ID:
213910

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.30: 323 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213239

Common Names

  • Vaginiferum Argyrolobium
  • Argyrolobium vaginiferum
  • Vaginiferum Argyrolobium

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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium lejeunei R.Wilczek [valid]

Description

Argyrolobium vaginiferum (also called Sheathed 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 vaginiferum is used as an ornamental plant, as a cover crop, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium vaginiferum has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium vaginiferum 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 vaginiferum

Argyrolobium vaginiferum is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in France, Spain, Italy, Croatia, and Morocco.

Argyrolobium vaginiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium vaginiferum?

Argyrolobium vaginiferum

What type of plant is Argyrolobium vaginiferum?

Shrub

Where is Argyrolobium vaginiferum 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