Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candida
ID:
165469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Fl. Antarct.: 257 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164798



Common Names

  • White Adesmia
  • White Pea
  • White Bush Pea


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Synonyms

  • Patagonium candidum Macloskie [valid]

Description

Adesmia candida (also called White Broom, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It is found in dry and semi-dry areas, such as scrubland, grassland and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Adesmia candida is used as a source of firewood and forage for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Adesmia candida var. cabrerae (Burkart) Ulibarri & Burkart
Adesmia candida var. candida

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adesmia candida is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with small, white leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia candida can be propagated by seed or by division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs. To propagate by division, dig up the plant and divide the clump into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in a sunny location with well-draining soil.

Where to Find Adesmia candida

Adesmia candida is native to Argentina and can be found in the Andean foothills of the provinces of Mendoza, San Juan, and La Rioja.

Adesmia candida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia candida?

Adesmia candida

What is the family of Adesmia candida?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Adesmia candida?

Argentina, Chile, Peru, Bolivia

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