Adesmia colinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil. ex Reiche
Source:
ildis
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 97: 750. 1897 Reiche, Flora de Chile, 2: 139. 1898
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164803
Common Names
- Colina Adesmia
- Colina Bush
- Colina Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adesmia colinensis (also called Colin's 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 colinensis 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adesmia colinensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia colinensis 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 colinensis
Adesmia colinensis is native to Argentina and can be found in the Andean foothills of the provinces of Mendoza, San Juan, and La Rioja.
Adesmia colinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia colinensis?
Adesmia colinensis
What is the family of Adesmia colinensis?
Fabaceae
What is the native range of Adesmia colinensis?
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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-11226: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Karl Friedrich Reiche (1860-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reiche' in the authors string.