Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordobensis
ID:
165477

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burkart

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana12: 84 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164806



Common Names

  • Adesmia cordobensis
  • Cordoba Pincushion
  • Pincushion Flower


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Description

Adesmia cordobensis (also called Cordoba 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 cordobensis is used as a source of fodder for livestock and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Adesmia cordobensis var. appendiculata Ulibarri & Burkart
Adesmia cordobensis var. cordobensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adesmia cordobensis has small yellow flowers, which are followed by small, brown, ovoid seeds. The seedlings have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia cordobensis 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 cordobensis

Adesmia cordobensis is native to Argentina and can be found in the provinces of Cordoba, San Luis, and La Rioja.

Adesmia cordobensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia cordobensis?

Adesmia cordobensis

What is the family of Adesmia cordobensis?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Adesmia cordobensis?

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