Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
biarticulatum
ID:
198293

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Gagnep.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)3: 254 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197622



Common Names

  • Aphyllodium biarticulatum
  • Biarticulate Aphyllodium
  • Biarticulatum Aphyllodium


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Synonyms

  • Dicerma biarticulatum biarticulatum [unknown]
  • Dicerma biarticulatum (L.) DC. [valid]
  • Desmodium biarticulatum biarticulatum [unknown]
  • Hedysarum biarticulatum L. [valid]
  • Echinolobium biarticulatum (L.) Desv. [valid]
  • Desmodium biarticulatum (L.) F.Muell. [valid]
  • Meibomia biarticulata (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Desmodium novae-hollandiae Domin [valid]
  • Desmodium novae-hollandiae latifolium Domin [unknown]
  • Dicerma biarticulatum genuinum Schindl. [invalid]
  • Desmodium novae-hollandiae typicum Domin [invalid]

Description

Aphyllodium biarticulatum (also called Bi-articulated Aphyllodium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China and Japan. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aphyllodium biarticulatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphyllodium biarticulatum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and slightly flattened. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphyllodium biarticulatum is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Aphyllodium biarticulatum

Aphyllodium biarticulatum is native to South America.

Aphyllodium biarticulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphyllodium biarticulatum?

Aphyllodium biarticulatum

What is the common name of Aphyllodium biarticulatum?

Two-jointed aphyllodium

What is the family of Aphyllodium biarticulatum?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:474875-1: Based on the initial data import