Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcalyx
ID:
165544

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile84: 286 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164873



Common Names

  • Microcalyx Adesmia
  • Microcalyx Bush
  • Microcalyx Pea


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Synonyms

  • Patagonium microcalyx Reiche [valid]

Description

Adesmia microcalyx (also called 'Small-calyx 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 microcalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Adesmia microcalyx var. calvescens Burkart
Adesmia microcalyx var. microcalyx

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adesmia microcalyx has small, yellow flowers, brown seeds and short, thin seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia microcalyx 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 microcalyx

Adesmia microcalyx is native to Argentina and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Adesmia microcalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia microcalyx?

Adesmia microcalyx

What is the common name of Adesmia microcalyx?

Small-calyx adesmia

What is the family of Adesmia microcalyx?

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