Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtillifolia
ID:
198925

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Retz.) Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 2: 505 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198254



Common Names

  • Podalyria
  • Myrtillifolia
  • Blue Pincushion


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Synonyms

  • Podalyria cuneifolia Vent. [valid]
  • Podalyria hamata E.Mey. [valid]
  • Podalyria patens Eckl. & Zeyh. [unknown]
  • Podalyria pallens Eckl. & Zeyh. [unknown]
  • Podalyria virgata Willd. ex Walp. [invalid]
  • Podalyria splendens Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
  • Podalyria myrtifolia D.Dietr. [invalid]
  • Podalyria albens E.Mey. [valid]
  • Sophora cuneifolia Steud. [invalid]
  • Sophora myrtillifolia Retz. [valid]
  • Aphora cuneifolia Kuntze [valid]
  • Podalyria cuneifolia diantha E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Podalyria cuneifolia latifolia Walp. [valid]

Description

Podalyria myrtillifolia (also called Myrtle-Leaved Podalyria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 4 meters in height. It has pinnate leaves and white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Podalyria myrtillifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podalyria myrtillifolia has yellow flowers, small, brown, flattened, winged seeds, and seedlings with a single, erect stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podalyria myrtillifolia is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Podalyria myrtillifolia

Podalyria myrtillifolia can be found in the deserts of South Africa.

Podalyria myrtillifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podalyria myrtillifolia?

Podalyria myrtillifolia

What is the native range of Podalyria myrtillifolia?

Central Asia

What is the growth habit of Podalyria myrtillifolia?

Shrub or small tree

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Anders Jahan Retzius (1742-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retz.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.