Adesmia adrianii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.N.Correa
Source:
ildis
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Fl. Patagonica4b: 144 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179912
Common Names
- Adrian's Adesmia
- Adesmia adrianii
- Adrian's Chilean Adesmia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adesmia adrianii (also called Adriani's Adesmia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has trifoliate leaves and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia adrianii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia adrianii has small, white or yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a flat, brown, kidney-shaped pod. The seedlings have two cotyledons, a pair of small, oval leaves, and a long, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia adrianii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in temperatures between 15-25°C.
Where to Find Adesmia adrianii
Adesmia adrianii is native to the tropical regions of South America. It is found in the understory of tropical forests.
Adesmia adrianii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia adrianii?
Adesmia adrianii
What is the common name of Adesmia adrianii?
Adriani's Adesmia
What is the range of Adesmia adrianii?
It is found in Argentina and Chile.
Species in the Adesmia genus
Adesmia aromatica, Adesmia boelckeana, Adesmia calycicomosa, Adesmia coquimbensis, Adesmia lihuelensis, Adesmia littoralis, Adesmia pseudincana, Adesmia pseudogrisea, Adesmia aconcaguensis, Adesmia acuta, Adesmia aegiceras, Adesmia ameghinoi, Adesmia aphylla, Adesmia arachnipes, Adesmia araucana, Adesmia araujoi, Adesmia arenicola, Adesmia argentea, Adesmia argyrophylla, Adesmia aspera, Adesmia atacamensis, Adesmia aueri, Adesmia aurantiaca, Adesmia balsamica, Adesmia bedwellii, Adesmia bijuga, Adesmia boronioides, Adesmia brachysemeon, Adesmia bracteata, Adesmia brevivexillata, Adesmia candida, Adesmia capitellata, Adesmia ciliata, Adesmia colinensis, Adesmia concinna, Adesmia conferta, Adesmia cordobensis, Adesmia coronilloides, Adesmia corymbosa, Adesmia curvifolia, Adesmia cytisoides, Adesmia darapskyana, Adesmia denticulata, Adesmia denudata, Adesmia dichotoma, Adesmia digitata, Adesmia disperma, Adesmia dumosa, Adesmia echinus, Adesmia elata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Maevia Noemí Correa (1914-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.N.Correa' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia adrianii M.N.Correa: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.