Adesmia micrantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Atacam.: 15 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164872
Common Names
- Small-spike Adesmia
- Small-spiked Adesmia
- Small-spike Broom
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- Patagonium micranthum Kuntze [valid]
- Patagonium parviflorum micranthum (Phil.) Reiche [valid]
Description
Adesmia micrantha (also called 'Small-flowered Bird's-foot', among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to Chile and Argentina and typically grows in dry, coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Adesmia micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adesmia micrantha has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adesmia micrantha is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Adesmia micrantha
Adesmia micrantha is native to Argentina and Uruguay and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Adesmia micrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adesmia micrantha?
Adesmia micrantha
What is the common name of Adesmia micrantha?
Small-flowered adesmia
What is the family of Adesmia micrantha?
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
References
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adesmia micrantha Phil.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.