Melolobium stipulatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stipulatum
ID:
211713
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
W.H.Harvey & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Cap.2: 81 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211042
Common Names
- Melolobium stipulatum
- Stipulate Melolobium
- Stipulate Velvetbush
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- Melolobium canaliculatum (E.Mey.) Benth. [valid]
- Ononis stipulata Thunb. [valid]
- Sphingium canaliculatum E.Mey. [unknown]
Description
Melolobium stipulatum (also called 'Blue Bird' and 'Blue Bird Bush', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 1.5 m in height and has small, grey-green leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Melolobium stipulatum 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 stipulatum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melolobium stipulatum 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 stipulatum
Melolobium stipulatum is native to South Africa and can be found in grassland and rocky areas.
Melolobium stipulatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melolobium stipulatum?
Melolobium stipulatum
What is the common name of Melolobium stipulatum?
Stipulate melolobium
What type of plant is Melolobium stipulatum?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
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
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Melolobium stipulatum Harv.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.