Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovallensis
ID:
1286234

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ulibarri

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon17: 263 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285572



Common Names

  • Adesmia
  • Ovallensis
  • Adesmia Ovallensis


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Description

Adesmia ovallensis (also called Adesmia ovale, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 1.5 m in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-oblong in shape. It is found in dry and open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Adesmia ovallensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adesmia ovallensis is a white or yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, hard, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adesmia ovallensis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in partial shade and water regularly.

Where to Find Adesmia ovallensis

Adesmia ovallensis is native to the temperate grasslands of South America.

Adesmia ovallensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adesmia ovallensis?

Adesmia ovallensis

What are the common names of Adesmia ovallensis?

Ovallensis, Oval Adesmia

What is the natural habitat of Adesmia ovallensis?

Mountain forests, thickets, and grasslands

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