Melolobium humile - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humile
ID:
211698
Status:
valid
Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 190 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211027
Common Names
- Melolobium humile
- Humble Melolobium
- Humble Velvetbush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melolobium humile (also called low melolobium, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and green leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Melolobium humile is used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders, as well as for its wood, which is used for making furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melolobium humile is a white or pinkish-white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Melolobium humile is a shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is a fast-growing plant and can be propagated by seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Melolobium humile
Melolobium humile is native to South Africa and can be found in grassland and rocky areas.
Melolobium humile FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melolobium humile?
Melolobium humile
What is the common name of Melolobium humile?
Low Melolobium
What is the natural habitat of Melolobium humile?
Dry grassland, scrub, and open woodland
Species in the Melolobium genus
Melolobium alpinum, Melolobium adenoides, Melolobium aethiopicum, Melolobium calycinum, Melolobium candicans, Melolobium exudans, Melolobium humile, Melolobium macrocalyx, Melolobium microphyllum, Melolobium obcordatum, Melolobium stipulatum, Melolobium subspicatum, Melolobium velutinum, Melolobium wilmsii, Melolobium lampolobum, Melolobium macrocalyx,
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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Melolobium humile Eckl. & Zeyh.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.