Argyrolobium uniflorum
Argyrolobium uniflorum
- Native to:
- Algeria, Cyprus, Egypt, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Pakistan, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Sinai, Spain, Tunisia, Türkiye
iNaturalist: © juan_linares (iNaturalist #291270077)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Fabaceae
- Genus:
- Argyrolobium
- Species:
- Argyrolobium uniflorum
- USDA Symbol:
- ARUN5
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 30 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun,jul
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to Mediterranean regions, prefers dry conditions
Propagation & Germination
- Scarification:
- Seed coat scarification required before sowing
- Germination Time:
- 14–30 days
- Notes:
- Hard seed coat typical of Fabaceae requires scarification. Soaking in warm water for 24 hours may improve germination rates.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI