Adenocarpus desertorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
desertorum
ID:
520818
Status:
valid
Authors:
Castrov.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid57: 43 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520150
Common Names
- Adenocarpus Desertorum
- Desert Adenocarpus
- Desert Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adenocarpus desertorum (also called Desert Broom, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the deserts of North Africa. It has a woody stem and small, needle-like leaves. It grows in dry, sandy habitats such as dunes and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Adenocarpus desertorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenocarpus desertorum has small yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adenocarpus desertorum can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and full sun. It is a short-lived perennial, so it should be divided every two to three years to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Adenocarpus desertorum
Adenocarpus desertorum is native to the Canary Islands.
Adenocarpus desertorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenocarpus desertorum?
Adenocarpus desertorum
What is the common name of Adenocarpus desertorum?
Desert Adenocarpus
What is the habitat of Adenocarpus desertorum?
It is found in dry, desert areas
Species in the Adenocarpus genus
Adenocarpus anagyrifolius, Adenocarpus foliolosus, Adenocarpus ombriosus, Adenocarpus viscosus, Adenocarpus argyrophyllus, Adenocarpus complicatus, Adenocarpus artemisiifolius, Adenocarpus bacquei, Adenocarpus boudyi, Adenocarpus cincinnatus, Adenocarpus decorticans, Adenocarpus faurei, Adenocarpus mannii, Adenocarpus telonensis, Adenocarpus umbellatus, Adenocarpus hispanicus, Adenocarpus commutatus, Adenocarpus desertorum, Adenocarpus subdecorticans, Adenocarpus complicatus, Adenocarpus ronaldii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Santiago Castroviejo (1946-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Castrov.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1008852-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Adenocarpus desertorum Castrov.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.