Adesmia augustii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Macbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.8: 100 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184918
Common Names
- Adesmia Augustii
- Augustii Adesmia
- Augustii Adesmia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adesmia augustii (also called August's Adesmia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has bright green, pinnate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, often in open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia augustii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia augustii has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia augustii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but not over-watered. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.
Where to Find Adesmia augustii
Adesmia augustii can be found in South America.
Adesmia augustii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia augustii?
Adesmia augustii
What is the common name of Adesmia augustii?
Augustii
What is the natural habitat of Adesmia augustii?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia augusti J.F.Macbr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.