Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obsoleta
ID:
469025

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harv.) B.-E.van Wyk

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bothalia22: 43 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468357

Common Names

  • Obsolete Polhillia
  • Polhillia obsoleta
  • Obsolete Polhillia Tree

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Synonyms

  • Polhillia waltersii (C.H.Stirt.) C.H.Stirt. [valid]
  • Lebeckia waltersii C.H.Stirt. [valid]
  • Argyrolobium obsoletum Harv. [valid]
  • Aspalathus sericea Thunb. [illegitimate]
  • Genista obsoleta (Harv.) Briq. [valid]

Description

Polhillia obsoleta (also called the Obsolete Polhillia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and found in dry and rocky habitats. It has a woody base and a rosette of leaves, and produces small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Polhillia obsoleta is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polhillia obsoleta is a small, yellow flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polhillia obsoleta is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 feet in height. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Polhillia obsoleta requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and poor soil.

Where to Find Polhillia obsoleta

Polhillia obsoleta can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Polhillia obsoleta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polhillia obsoleta?

Polhillia obsoleta

What is the common name of Polhillia obsoleta?

Obsolete Polhillia

What is the habitat of Polhillia obsoleta?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Ben-Erik van Wyk (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.-E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:970660-1: Based on the initial data import