Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
angustissimum
ID:
1265903

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey.) T.J.Edwards

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bothalia26: 45 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265241

Common Names

  • Argyrolobium angustissimum
  • Narrow Argyrolobium
  • Angustissimum Argyrolobium

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Description

Argyrolobium angustissimum (also called 'Narrow Argyrolobium', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Southeast Asia, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium angustissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium angustissimum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with two to four pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium angustissimum is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate drought and some salt. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Argyrolobium angustissimum

Argyrolobium angustissimum can be found in the dry forests of Mexico.

Argyrolobium angustissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium angustissimum?

Argyrolobium angustissimum

What is the common name of Argyrolobium angustissimum?

Narrow-leaved Argyrolobium

What is the natural habitat of Argyrolobium angustissimum?

Dry hillsides and canyons in Mexico

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

Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
Trevor J. Edwards (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Edwards' in the authors string.