Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
garipensis
ID:
213888

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey.) Torre & Hillc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 29: 37 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213217

Common Names

  • Adenolobus Garipensis
  • Garip Adenolobus
  • Garip's Adenolobus

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia garipensis E.Mey. [valid]

Description

Adenolobus garipensis (also called Garip velvet bush, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with velvety, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Ethiopia and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Adenolobus garipensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a cover crop, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenolobus garipensis has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenolobus garipensis 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 Adenolobus garipensis

Adenolobus garipensis is native to East Africa.

Adenolobus garipensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenolobus garipensis?

Adenolobus garipensis

What is the common name of Adenolobus garipensis?

Commonly known as Garip adenolobus

What is the family of Adenolobus garipensis?

Family Fabaceae

Species in the Adenolobus genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
Antonio Rocha da Torre (1904-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torre' in the authors string.
Jean Olive Dorothy Hillcoat (1904-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hillc.' in the authors string.