Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevicalyx
ID:
184868

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.H.Stirt.) B.-E.van Wyk & A.L.Schutte

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.44: 420 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184197



Common Names

  • Short-bracted Polhillia
  • Short-bracted Polhill's-cudweed
  • Short-bracted Polhill's-hawkbit


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Synonyms

  • Argyrolobium brevicalyx C.H.Stirt. [valid]

Description

Polhillia brevicalyx (also called Short-calyx Polhillia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Polhillia brevicalyx is used as an ornamental plant, for soil conservation, and as a food crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Polhillia brevicalyx are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polhillia brevicalyx is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Polhillia brevicalyx

Polhillia brevicalyx is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Polhillia brevicalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polhillia brevicalyx?

Polhillia brevicalyx

What is the common name of Polhillia brevicalyx?

Short-calyx polhillia

What is the natural habitat of Polhillia brevicalyx?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ben-Erik van Wyk (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.-E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
Anne Lise Schutte (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Schutte' in the authors string.
Charles Howard Stirton (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Stirt.' in the authors string.