Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
wilmsii
ID:
213912

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.26: 283 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213241

Common Names

  • Wilms's Argyrolobium
  • Argyrolobium wilmsii
  • Wilms's Argyrolobium

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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium nitens Burtt Davy [valid]

Description

Argyrolobium wilmsii (also called Wilms' Argyrolobium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers that appear in spring.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrolobium wilmsii is used as an ornamental plant, as a cover crop, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrolobium wilmsii's flower is a small yellow flower with five petals. Its seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrolobium wilmsii 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 wilmsii

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

Argyrolobium wilmsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrolobium wilmsii?

Argyrolobium wilmsii

What type of plant is Argyrolobium wilmsii?

Shrub

Where is Argyrolobium wilmsii 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