Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hemisphaerica
ID:
165521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hauman

Source:
ildis

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Apuntes Hist. Nat.1: 54 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164850



Common Names

  • Hemisphaerica Adesmia
  • Hemisphaerica Bird's Foot
  • Hemisphaerica Grassland


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Description

Adesmia hemisphaerica (also called 'Hemispherical Adesmia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, oval leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Adesmia hemisphaerica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and as a source of fodder for livestock. It can also be used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adesmia hemisphaerica is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia hemisphaerica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Adesmia hemisphaerica

Adesmia hemisphaerica is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Adesmia hemisphaerica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia hemisphaerica?

Adesmia hemisphaerica

What is the common name of Adesmia hemisphaerica?

Hemispherical adesmia

What is the family of Adesmia hemisphaerica?

Fabaceae

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